Susan Ciancio discusses the annual Pro-Life Essay Contest, designed to empower students in grades 3–12 to articulate the value of human life during Respect Life Month. Learn how this contest encourages young people to develop moral courage, express their pro-life beliefs, and build a foundation of respect for all human beings.
Contest Details: Open to: Grades 3–12
Deadline: November 7, 2025
Essay Prompts: Tailored for each age group, from reflecting on Bible verses about human dignity (grades 3–4) to exploring moral courage, fetal development, or authentic love and mercy (middle and high school).
Word Count: ~500 words
AI Policy: Essays must be original, with no AI assistance allowed.
Prizes: Cash awards, pro-life gear, a signed book by Mark Hart, and publication on the American Life League website.
Susan shares insights on how the contest fosters critical thinking and communication skills, with prompts designed to nurture a culture of life without compromising the innocence of younger students. She also highlights the importance of teaching pro-life values in schools, homeschool groups, and CCE programs, and how past winning essays tackled topics like abortion, IVF, and contraception with remarkable clarity.
How to Participate: Visit prolifeessay.com for prompts, submission guidelines, and prize details. Teachers with multiple submissions can email entries directly (contact info on the website).
Why It Matters: Hear how this initiative equips young people to confidently share their pro-life convictions and why original, heartfelt writing is key to building a culture of life.
Don’t miss this chance to learn about a powerful program inspiring the next generation! Subscribe, like, and share to spread the word about the American Life League’s Pro-Life Essay Contest. Stay tuned for a follow-up episode to hear about this year’s winning essays!