Congrats to our Illinois State Writing Contest Winners!

Every year, the State Library of Illinois hosts a writing contest where students write heartfelt letters to authors about books that have changed their lives. We’re so proud to celebrate the incredible finalists and honorable mentions from St. Ben’s this year!

Illinois Level II Finalists

Katherine G., Reagan H., Reese M.

Illinois Level II Honorable Mentions

Hadley B., Taylor C., McKenna D., Margot L., Zoe W., Gabriella K., Claire P.

Illinois Level I Honorable Mentions

James A., Tommy A., Ale M., Red I., Teddy J., Jayden L., Aubrey M., Pierce S., Carolina S., James D., Davis G., Camilia K., Max K., Whit L., Kiki L., Cate O., Mariah U.

Way to go, everyone!