The Washington State PTA holds a yearly statewide essay contest that explores the important and varied contributions that men make in the lives and education of children –- from the child’s perspective.  All men involved in a child’s life –- fathers, uncles, grandfathers, brothers, step-fathers, mentors, neighbors, pastors, coaches and friends –- impact the children they care about.  Research clearly shows that male involvement positively influences academic success at all levels of schooling –- preschool through college.  Click here for contest guidelines, divisions, and to read last year's winning entries.  Deadline is March 1, 2018.