The PA Resources Council, in collaboration with the Southwest PA Air Quality Partnership, is now accepting school registrations for the Let's Clear The Air Poster Challenge in Western Pennsylvania.  The deadline for registration is January 1.

The goal of this challenge is designed to encourage students and teachers in Southwestern Pennsylvania to learn about the effects of air pollution, how to reduce their exposure, and to encourage action through a poster campaign promoting clean air and alternative transportation.

There are 3 contest categories--

-- 4th and 5th grade – Upper Elementary;

-- 6th through 8th grade – Middle School; and

-- 9th through 12th grade – High School.

All schools, public, parochial, and private schools in Allegheny, Armstrong, Beaver, Butler, Fayette, Greene, Indiana, Lawrence, Washington and Westmoreland counties are eligible to participate.

The first 30 registered teachers will receive a $20 gift card for supplies to be used for the contest.

Prizes for contest winners include--

-- A bicycle for the top three winners as well as a magic show assembly for their school;

-- Teachers of the winning students will receive a $50 gift card to use on classroom materials and supplies; and

-- Second place winners will receive a $50 gift card to an outdoor recreation store.

To register schools or for more information on the rules and making submissions,, visit PRC's Let's Clear the Air Poster Challenge webpage.  Questions should be directed to Sarah Alessio Shea by calling 412-488-7490 or sending email to: saraha@prc.org. 

For more information on programs, initiatives and special events, visit the PA Resources Council website.  Click Here to sign up for regular updates, follow PRC on Twitter or Like them on Facebook.  Click Here for PRC’s Events Calendar.  Click Here to support their work.

(Photo: Middle School Category, First Place Winner, Sarah Bruce, Moon Area Middle School, Allegheny County.)

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[Posted: December 3, 2019]

12/9/2019