Earth Day Ideas From Vermont’s Young Writers

Vermont teachers and students joined forces to celebrate Earth Day by writing essays, poems, and short stories about the state’s natural beauty. The contest ran from February to mid‑April and welcomed fourth, fifth, and sixth graders from towns like Bennington, Burlington, and Windsor. More than fifty submissions arrived, each offering a fresh view of Vermont’s environment—from personal nature memories to creative fiction and factual reports.The state attorney general praised the effort, saying the essays spark new thoughts about protecting Vermont for future generations. She also promised that each student will receive personalized feedback from her office’s environmental team. All entries are now available on the attorney general’s website for anyone to read and enjoy. A random drawing announced Julius from Rick Marcotte Central School as the overall winner, and his school will receive a visit from the attorney general’s staff later in spring. The contest highlighted how young voices can shape environmental conversations and inspire adults to act for the planet’s well‑being.