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A View Of The Autism Spectrum
Educating and Sharing through Writing
The Big Idea:
This contest is here to spread the word about the autism spectrum to increase awareness... of what life is really like, of the importance of early intervention, of whatever else someone might choose to write about.
It is here to provide a cathartic outlet and a voice to those affected by the spectrum in some way: as a parent, an educator, a doctor, a family member, someone on the spectrum, and any other points of view.
If you are interested in this contest, you might also be interested in joining "Affected By Autism, Asperger's, Etc..." [E]
Rules:
Enter as many times as you want. Each entry must be newly created for this contest.
Entries due: January 2, 2008, 11:59pm. Judging will take place at this time; editing can take place until the winner is announced. (If less than 5 entrants have submitted items by this time, the deadline may be extended and/or prizes may be decreased)
All entires should be based on your experiences (as a parent, someone on the spectrum, a teacher, an observer, a friend, etc.). Names, places, and events can be altered!
Each entry must focus on the autism spectrum in some way. It can be a written as an advice guide, a short story, poem, or any other format.
Each entry should be linked in the forum. (item, bitem, citem, ritem, etc)
Intros (titles and brief descriptions) must be rated E. Content ratings can be anything.
Each entry requires a 1,000 Gift Point entry fee. This should be sent to "Affected By Autism, Asperger's, Etc..." [E] (Group 1304140)
(If you cannot afford this, it can be sent by "Send-A-Ribbon/Send-A-Smile" [E]!)
Check your entry for spelling and grammar - they will count!
Incentives:
Each entry will be sponsored from the date it is entered until January 15, 2008.
Grand Prize:
An item from http://www.cafepress.com/AspergersArt (or one of the other two linked shops) valued at $10.99 or less
15,000 Gift Points
A 25k GP awardicon
Other prizes (Gift Points and otherwise) may be added, depending on number of entries and donations.
Fundraising:
Donations are welcome and can be sent to "Affected By Autism, Asperger's, Etc..." [E] (Group #1304140). They will be used to fund prizes and sponsor the contest and entries.
These activities will also help raise funds for the group:
In December 90% of profit from purchased plugs will go to the group. Purchase plugs here: "PlugWord Clue Submission" [E]
December's auction (December 3-24) benefits this group.
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