Kroger invites students to showcase their talents and win $71,000 in scholarships and prizes during The Kroger Co. of Michigan’s 9th annual “I Can Make History” contest, which kicks off today, Wednesday, January 6. Students in the 4th through 12th grades are encouraged to demonstrate their creativity in categories for art, essay, music and poetry.
Besides individual awards, Kroger will offer a $3,000 Best in Show Scholarship and a $5,000 School Leadership Award as part of the $71,000 presented. The latter honors the school with the most winning entries in the combined categories.
Students may submit only one entry per category but are encouraged to enter multiple categories. All entries must address one of two themes:
- Name an African American past or present that you admire and describe how that person impacted or continues to impact history.
- How do you feel young people today can make an impact on history?
“The pages of history include countless African Americans who dedicated themselves – and sometimes risked their lives – to improve the economic, health and cultural situations for many,” said Jayne Homco, president, The Kroger Co. of Michigan. “Kroger is proud to offer the ‘I Can Make History’ contest, which has become an annual tradition in Michigan. Last year, the contest drew 1,269 entries while encouraging students to expand their horizons and demonstrate their artistic talent.”
Students are invited to pick up contest packets at their local Kroger store or access forms at www.icanmakehistory.com. Entries must be received no later than 5 p.m. on Monday, February 29 to be eligible. All entries must be submitted to the following address:
I Can Make History
C/o CBS Radio
26455 American Drive
Southfield, MI 48034
Kroger will notify category winners by Wednesday, March 30. The grocer’s annual “I Can Make History” recognition dinner is scheduled for Saturday, April 16.
