Essay contest for kid's Jekyll Island trip extended

Clayton County's Kids Outdoor Scholarship deadline has been extended to May 31. Students will be chosen based on their essays and applications to attend a 3-day trip to Jekyll Island on July 18-20. The trip will include meals, lodging, a visit to the Georgia Sea Turtle Center, Summer Waves Water Park, as well as educational classes concerning the environment. Students must be Clayton County residents to qualify and also be 7th or 8th grade students. Applications and more information can be found at www.kidsoutdoorsga.org.