The Citizenship Poster Contest is designed to heighten awareness of good citizenship and its significance in a healthy democracy. Its objectives are to stimulate knowledge of the importance of voting, of participation and of leadership among all people in a democratic community. The contest provides an opportunity for students to reinforce their creative artistic skills and to demonstrate their knowledge of good citizenship.

The theme of the 2009 contest was "Good Citizenship is Happening in Our Community" and encouraged students to illustrate concepts which highlight ways in which people can be active participants in democracy and make a difference.

In January 2009 information was sent to each elementary school in Connecticut and winning selections were made by a panel of judges. Winners were announced in the spring, and they and their families participated in an awards ceremony at the State Capitol. This past year 25 students were recognized with certificates of achievement and prizes for their outstanding posters, and the winning posters went on display in the Legislative Office Building.

For further information contact the Secretary of the State’s Capitol office by telephone at 860-509-6200 or by e-mail at: tammy.marzik@ct.gov.