Investigative articles are particularly encouraged. There are no restrictions as to scope, content or length. Accompanying material in support of entries is not required, but entrants are encouraged to submit a cover letter explaining the context of the submitted story, along with a brief biographical note about the author. Elaborate presentations are neither required nor desired. Entries will not be returned.
Judges reserve the right to authenticate, accept or disallow entries at their discretion.
The decision of the judges is final. All entries must include the writer's school, home address and telephone number.