If I Were Mayor Essay Contest
Promoting good city government is important to the Iowa League of Cities,
and this essay contest provides students the opportunity to reflect on the role of the key elected official in their own city.
About the Contest
What To Do
Submissions are now closed for the 2025 essay contest.
Contest Rules
• The contest is open to all Iowa students enrolled in the 7th grade during the 2025-2026 school year.
• Must name file “LastNameFirstName”.
• Minimum of 250 words and not to exceed one page.
• Essays must address the subject and begin with “If I were mayor, I would…”
• Only one essay may be submitted per student.
• Essays will be judged based on the following: creativity, clarity, sincerity of thought and proper use of grammar.
• Essays must be submitted to the Iowa League of Cities office by December 1, 2025. Winners will be notified once the judging process is complete.
• Essays will not be returned and will become the property of the Iowa League of Cities.
• The Iowa League of Cities retains the right to publish essays along with the names and likenesses of each student.
Questions?
Contact communications@iowaleague.org with any questions.
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