The Chickasaw Historical Society is sponsoring "Holissochi" (to write) Creative Writing Contest for Chickasaw youth.
The essay contest is open to Chickasaw youth in two age divisions; division I - grades 6-8 and division II - grades 9-12.
Contestants must submit an original work of 1,000 words or less on the topic: "How have Chickasaw traditions influenced my life and values?"
Prizes will be awarded for first, second, and third place. Each winning contestant will receive a medal, cash award and their article published in the Chickasaw Journal.
Winners will be announced during the Arts and Cultural awards, set for 7 p.m., Thursday, October 4 at the Chickasaw Cultural Center, Sulphur, Okla.
The contest is free and open to enrolled citizens of the Chickasaw Nation.
Official rules and entry forms can be found at www.chickasaw.net under the heading History, Culture and the Arts/Chickasaw Historical Society. Submissions should be prepared according to the instructions on the entry form.
For more information contact a Chickasaw Historical Society representative at 580-559-0847. The deadline date to receive essays is September 14.
