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2. 2026 Essay Contest Application
   

     "If I Were Elected Mayor of the City of Fort Pierce..." 

6. ESSAY CONTEST ENTRY FORM

   A completed entry form must be included with the essay.

8. Student's Full Name*
10. Parent/Legal Guardian Name*
12. Parent's Phone Number*
14. Parent's Email Address*
16. Home Address*
18. City*
19. State*
20. Zip*
22. School Name*
24. Grade Level*
25. School Phone Number*
29. STUDENT CERTIFICATION

    By typing my name below, I certify that this essay is my own original work and that I have not used any AI tools (including ChatGPT) to assist in writing it. I agree to follow all contest rules.

31. Typed Name of Student (serves as signature)*
33. Essay Word Count*
37. SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS

    If submitting by mail, the entry form and essay must be postmarked no later than September 9, 2026, and sent to:

    ​​City of Fort Pierce Attn: Audria Moore 100 N. US Highway 1 Fort Pierce, FL 34950

43. ADDITIONAL CONTEST INFORMATION
    • First-, second-, and third-place essays will be recognized by the Fort Pierce Commission and featured on the City of Fort Pierce’s official website and social media platforms.
    • Judging criteria include:
      • Creativity
      • Clarity
      • Sincerity and thought
      • Appropriate grammar, spelling, and essay construction
    • Winners will be announced in October on the City of Fort Pierce's official website.
    • Questions? Contact: amoore@cityoffortpierce.com or call 772-467-3184.
    • All submitted essays become the property of the City of Fort Pierce and will not be returned.
47. UPLOAD ESSAY*

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