Species on the Edge Art & Essay Contest
Empowers 5th grade students to advocate for an endangered or threatened species from New Jersey through a well-researched, creative essay and original art piece.

The Species on the Edge Art & Essay Contest empowers 5th grade students to advocate for an endangered or threatened species from New Jersey through a well-researched, creative essay and original art piece.
Simple, Fun, and Free to Enter!
One winner from each county in New Jersey will be selected. Open to all New Jersey fifth grade students.
The contest kit (including rules, species list, & entry form) should be downloaded below.
Click here for the 2023 Contest Kit!
Zoom+ First Place, Atlantic County, Atlantic Leatherback Sea Turtle (c) Jordyn Robinson
⚠️ Important Note About Species Selection ⚠️
A complete list of endangered and threatened wildlife species can be found on our Field Guide.
All entrants must select a focus species from this list or the list provided in the contest kit.
![]() | Species on the Edge Art & Essay Contest Teacher Resources for Essay Development - 5.9MB |
![]() | Species on the Edge Art & Essay Contest Teacher Resources for optional Art Project - 16.0MB |
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![]() | Species on the Edge Circle of Winners ClubOpen to all past and current winners of the Species on the Edge Art & Essay Contest, the Circle of Winners Club will offer unique access to upcoming wildlife events, academic and professional networking, merchandise discounts, and up-close and personal wildlife experiences. |
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FOR MORE INFORMATION, Contact:
Rachel McGovern, Education Director: Email
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