The Army & Air Force Exchange Service's (AAFES) "Back-To-School Essay Contest" gives students, in grades first through 12th, the opportunity to submit an essay of 200 words or less on "What AAFES means to me and my family." The essay contest runs through Aug. 31, 2008. First place winners will receive a computer, second place winners will be awarded $500 savings bonds, and $200 savings bonds will be issued to third place winners. Complete rules, including release forms and specific instructions on submitting essays, are available at the AAFES website under the Patriot Family Connection link.
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AAFES Back-to-School Essay Contest
Week of July 14, 2008
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