NJ Hall of Fame Essay Contest
Annual Writing Contest for New Jersey Public School Students Grades 3-11
Who belongs in the New Jersey Hall of Fame? This annual writing contest invites New Jersey public school students in grades 3-11 to shape the future of the NJHOF by recommending potential inductees—living or dead. Nominations can include famous people or even ordinary citizens who do extraordinary things in New Jersey. Students should research or interview (if possible) the person they wish to nominate and write an essay no longer than 500 words. Three categories for submission exist: Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8, and Grades 9-11. The winner of each category will receive a $500 prize.
NJEA presents the annual Essay Contest in partnership with the NJHOF.
Fill out the form below and attach your essay to enter the contest.
Deadline to enter is March 21, 2026.