For Immediate Release
April 24, 2009
Contact: Jennifer Frees
(717) 627-0036
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Brubaker Launches Student Challenge Program 

HARRISBURG - Sen. Mike Brubaker (R-36) today announced the creation of the Student Challenge program to promote new learning opportunities for students. 

"The Student Challenge program will give students an opportunity to express their thoughts on historical events and state laws, and I believe this will encourage a greater sense of community and civic involvement for our young people," Brubaker said. 

The program will feature quarterly competitions and is open to all K-12 students in the 36th Senatorial District, including the school districts of Cocalico, Columbia, Conestoga Valley, Donegal, Eastern Lancaster County, Ephrata, Hempfield, Manheim Central, Octorara, Pequea Valley, Twin Valley and Warwick. 

The first Student Challenge will feature an essay competition for students to express their thoughts and feelings about Memorial Day. Participants will be divided into three age groups, and three winners will be chosen from each group. Winners will receive an award certificate and a visit to the State Capitol in Harrisburg with a guest on June 17 for lunch and a tour of the Capitol.  

The deadline to submit an entry is May 15, and winners will be announced on May 22. 

Entries may be submitted online at senatorbrubaker.com or mailed to Brubaker’s district office at 301 E. Main Street, Lititz, PA 17543. More information about the program is available on Brubaker’s website or by calling 717-627-0036.