Registration is now open for the 2026-2027 Georgia Laws of Life Essay Contest! We invite Rotary Clubs across Georgia to reconnect with existing school partners and begin building relationships with new schools interested in participating.

Over the past two decades, nearly 900,000 student essays have been written through the Georgia Laws of Life Essay Contest, giving students across Georgia the opportunity to reflect on the values and principles that guide their lives through character-building and reflective writing.

The contest is offered free of charge to all Georgia public and private high schools and participation is accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Schools are encouraged to register by September 1, with student essay submissions due in February.

Each year, the contest reaches more than 30,000 students through reflective writing that strengthens character development, literacy, and communication skills. At an average cost of just $5 per student or $2,500 per school, Rotary partnerships continue to play a vital role in ensuring the program remains accessible to schools and students statewide.

Now is a good time for clubs to:

• Reconnect with current school partners and confirm participation
• Introduce the program to new schools in your community
• Confirm club sponsorship and complete the 2026-2027 sponsorship form
• Access school recruitment and partnership resources

Rotary Clubs can complete the sponsorship form and access recruitment materials at:   https://georgialawsoflife.org/why-rotary/

Save the Date: Teacher & Rotarian Workshop Luncheon

The Georgia Laws of Life Teacher & Rotarian Workshop Luncheon will be held on Friday, August 21, from 11:30 AM-1:15 PM at the Emory Conference Center Hotel in Atlanta.

This special annual luncheon brings together educators, Rotary Club members, volunteers, and supporters from across Georgia to prepare for the upcoming contest cycle and celebrate the impact of student voice through the Georgia Laws of Life Essay Contest.

One of the most meaningful parts of the luncheon is hearing directly from students as they share their award-winning essays and personal stories. This year, we are excited to welcome a very special guest speaker whose story powerfully reflects the lasting impact of Georgia Laws of Life. More details coming soon!

All participating schools and sponsoring Rotary Clubs receive two complimentary tickets. Educators attending the luncheon are eligible for continuing education credits and substitute reimbursements.

The luncheon provides an excellent opportunity for Rotary Clubs to invite school leaders, strengthen partnerships, and connect with others supporting character education across Georgia.

Follow Georgia Laws of Life on Instagram and Facebook for luncheon updates.

We look forward to another impactful year of helping students reflect on their values, find their voice, and share their stories.