Meekness Is Strength . Judges look for organization and persuasiveness in essays. Use your own idea. Avoid cliches or generalizations not supported by examples or illustrations. Careful attention should be given to organization.
Judges also look at the technical merits of the piece.
Writing should be in the third person unless you have a specific reason for using first or second person. The essay should be neat and free of typing, spelling, grammar, and punctuation errors. Be careful not to go over the length limit. It would not be equitable for judges to allow you more space than they allow your competitors. Finish with a strong closing statement.