Environmental Education Contests
Forsyth Soil and Water offers free environmental education-based contests for all Forsyth County students. Homeschool, private, and public are welcome to participate.
All contest submissions should include student name and school information.
2027 Contest Theme
Soil and Water...Yours for Life!
Contest entries should be focused on the idea that healthy soil and clean water are essential life-support systems that belong to everyone, and it is our lifelong responsibility to protect and manage them for future generation and what that means to each student.
Submission Deadline
All contest submissions must include the student's name and school information.
2027 Student Contests
Poster Contest
This contest is a wonderful opportunity for students to showcase their artistic abilities while exploring the importance of conserving our natural resources.
Many teachers incorporate this contest into their water cycle, conservation, erosion, and environmental science curricula, making it a great way to reinforce classroom learning through a creative, hands-on activity.
Contest Details
- Eligible Students
- Grades 3 through 6
- Poster Specifications
- Maximum size: 22 inches by 28 inches
- Prizes
- Prizes for winners at the District, Area, and State levels
- Submission Deadline
How to Submit
Completed posters may be dropped off at:
Forsyth Agricultural Center7232 Forsyth Center Drive
Tobaccoville, NC 27050
Poster pickup is available. If you need assistance arranging pickup, please contact Forsyth Soil and Water Conservation District staff.
Essay Contest
This contest is a wonderful opportunity for students to showcase their writing skills while exploring the importance of conserving our natural resources.
Many teachers incorporate this contest into their water cycle, conservation, erosion, and environmental science curricula, making it a great way to reinforce classroom learning.
Contest Details
- Eligible Students
- Grades 6 through 12
- Essay Specifications
- 300 to 500 words
- Prizes
- Prizes for winners at the District, Area, and State levels
- Submission Deadline
How to Submit
Email completed essays to Sydney Danby at danbysh@forsyth.cc .
Remember to include the student's name and school information with the submission.
Public Speaking Contest
This contest is a wonderful opportunity for students to showcase their public speaking skills while exploring the importance of conserving our natural resources.
Many teachers incorporate this contest into their water cycle, conservation, erosion, and environmental science curricula, making it a great way to reinforce classroom learning.
Contest Details
- Eligible Students
- Grades 6 through 12
- Presentation Length
- 4 to 6 minutes
- Prizes
- Prizes for winners at the District, Area, and State levels
- Submission Deadline
How to Submit
Public speaking entries must be recorded and submitted as either:
- An MP4 video file
- A link to a YouTube video
Email submissions to Sydney Danby at danbysh@forsyth.cc .
Remember to include the student's name and school information with the submission.
Additional Information
For additional information about any of our programs and contest submission specifications contact our staff.
