Student Contests

The Tar Wars National Conference is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for students to receive recognition for their tobacco-free efforts, voice their opinions about tobacco use to their congressional leaders, and meet other state winners who share their tobacco-free views. All state winners are encouraged to attend. Here are comments from past attendees about their experience:

• "I wanted to thank you and everyone at the Tar Wars office for the opportunity to go to Washington, D.C. It was fun meeting the students from other states and I learned a lot!"

• "Recognition of and focus on the kids was the most enjoyable aspect of the Poster Contest."

• "Everyone got an award. All were winners."

• "We have been so grateful for all that we've been able to do and see. This has been a great honor for our son. Thanks so much for providing the great experience."

• "We enjoyed meeting the families and children. We made a lot of friends here."

• "...being able to share this message with our state senators and reps -- it felt good to be a part of something good."

• "This is a wonderful program and I am glad to be a part of it."