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"The Value of a Single Human Life" "My Dad" Alexandria Hanover, grade 7 Brownington, VT Saint Paul's Catholic School, Barton, VT My life would be completely different if it weren't for my dad. My parents have been divorced since I was four and my father took custody of me … [Read more...] about Essay Contest 2nd place – grades 6-8

"The Value of a Single Human Life" "My Brother" Lyla Plainfield, VT My Brother, Joziah, is one of the greatest blessings in my life. In fact, he is seen as a miracle by all the people I love and care for. He is only 16 months old, and he brings a smile to everyone's face. … [Read more...] about Essay Contest 2nd place – grades 9-10

"The Value of a Single Human Life" Emma Barre, VT My Uncle Eric is a man in his 50's with down syndrome. He has the maturity level of a 3-5 year old, and he is more happy, kind, and content than most other adults that I know. We have laughed together, played together, … [Read more...] about Essay Contest 2nd place – grades 11-12

"The Value of a Single Human Life" Nehemiah Rutland, VT I am 12 years old and before being asked to write this essay had already realized that I am grateful for my younger brother, Moses. Moses is 10, almost 11, so we are very close in age and that has provided a very strong … [Read more...] about Essay Contest 3rd place – grades 6-8

"The Value of a Single Human Life" "Gabrielle Rose" Gianna B. Callan, grade 9 Waterbury Center, VT Rice Memorial High School, South Burlington, VT My essay may be on the more unusual side, as opposed to doing someone that I really knew and that lived for a good time, … [Read more...] about Essay Contest 3rd place – grades 9-10