MCM-Meridian holds school contest for students

Meridian, Miss. (January 19, 2021) – The Mississippi Children’s Museum – Meridian (MCM-Meridian) is asking students to submit their BIG dreams in a school contest called, Dream BIG… Sky’s the Limit, sponsored by East Central MS Retired Educators Association and Alan and Marilyn Brown. The contest closes on February 10, 2021. “When MCM-Meridian opens this Spring, we will be a place for play, learning, creativity, and curiosity!” Said Clair Huff, Assistant Director of Education and Programs. “From the very beginning, our community has supported the MCM-Meridian dream that will inspire and educate children, families, and educators. And with this contest, we hope to hear the dreams and goals of children in our community so that we can guide them to achieve those dreams for a bright future. With hard work and cooperation, dreams really do come true, and MCM-Meridian is a shining example of that.” Students in pre-kindergarten to sixth grade in the following Mississippi and Alabama counties are encouraged to participate in this contest:

• Lauderdale, Kemper, Neshoba, Newton, Jasper, Clarke, Choctaw, Sumter

Ten winners will be selected and awarded a prize package consisting of an MCM-Meridian t-shirt, bag, and a golden ticket admitting free entry to one adult and one child. Entry forms and guidelines are available for download and print at https://mschildrensmuseum.org/meridian/school-contest/ Entry forms must be sent to MCM-Meridian offices by February 10, 2021.