All Libraries Closed in Observance of Thanksgiving Day
All Libraries Closed in Observance of Thanksgiving Day
All Libraries Closed in Observance of Thanksgiving Day
All Libraries Closed in Observance of Thanksgiving Day
Rules of Participation:
• A poem in its entirety must be an original work by the person entering the contest; plagiarized poems will be disqualified.
• Poems may be written in any standard format.
• Text should be typed, font size 12.
• Poems should be no longer than 2 pages, double-spaced.
• Submit 2 copies of your poem, one with no name on it.
• Only one entry per person will be accepted; no co-authors.
• Poems will be accepted via the website and in person.
• The application form must be filled out.
• Parents or legal guardians will fill out the Release Form for students under 18.
Language Options:
• English
• Spanish
• Mixed English and Spanish
Participants:
• Students from 1st -12th grade LISD, UISD, private schools, and homeschooling
• Adults 18 and over
Method:
• All contestants will be divided by age and grade level.
• The deadline for submitting poems is February 6, 2026, by 6:00 p.m. at the Joe A. Guerra Laredo Public Library.
• In-person or online submissions accepted.
• Submit your poetry online at: https://www.laredolibrary.org/23rd-annual-laredo-poetry-festival/
• 3–7 judges in each group will review all poems received and select the top 3 winners and 1–3 honorable mentions.
• The top 3 winners in each group will read their poems and receive prizes and gift bags.
• Honorable Mentions will receive gift bags and the option to read their poems.
• All participants will receive certificates of participation.
Results:
• Winners’ poems will be published.
• The Poetry Festival will continue yearly as a local educational activity.
Sponsors:
Laredo College
Laredo Independent School District
Texas A & M International University
United Independent School District
Laredo Public Libraries
To submit your poem in-person, please find the required documents attached below:
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