Lee’s Hoagie House held an essay contest — and all three winners are from Abington.
Lee’s Hoagie House on Saturday announced the winners of its second annual “What I am thankful for” essay contest.
The contest, which ran from October through Nov. 22, asked students to write a 1-paragraph essay on the topic. It was open to all schools, public and private, in the Abington, Cheltenham, Upper Moreland and Hatboro-Horsham school districts.
Find out what's happening in Abingtonfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
- Nilah Swan, a Copper Beech Elementary School student, won the contest.
- Coming in second was Emily Wolff, an Overlook Elementary School student.
- Riley Campbell, a Copper Beech Elementary School student, came in third place.
Swan won $100 for her school and a $50 family gift certificate to Lee’s.
There were more than 300 entries in this year’s contest; the essays will be displayed throughout the stores.
Find out what's happening in Abingtonfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts.
