Malliotakis Announces Staten Island Winners of 2024 Presidents' Day Essay Contest
(STATEN ISLAND, NY) – Congresswoman Nicole Malliotakis (NY-11) today announced the Staten Island winners of her 2024 Presidents' Day Essay contest. Elementary school students in grades three through five from across New York’s 11th Congressional district were invited to participate and write essays about what they would do to improve their community if they were President of the United States.
"From securing our borders, keeping litter off our streets, to lowering the cost of prescription drugs, cutting taxes and increasing the number of police officers on duty, these Staten Island students effectively shared their thoughts on everyday problems impacting Americans," Malliotakis said. "It was a pleasure to meet with them and discuss their ideas, and it's my hope that this contest sparks a passion for positive change and civic engagement that continues to grow throughout their academic careers."
Both first and second-place winners received gift cards to Barnes and Noble for their work and were invited to attend a reception with the Congresswoman to share their ideas.
STATEN ISLAND WINNERS:
3RD GRADE:
- 1st Place: Celia Capobianco, Our Lady of Good Counsel
- 2nd Place: Peyden Ajello, Our Lady of Good Counsel
4TH GRADE:
- 1st Place: Natalie Pasiuk, Our Lady of Good Counsel
- 2nd Place: Vincent Spitalieri, P.S. 8 Shirlee Solomon
5TH GRADE:
- 1st Place: Christopher Bavaro, New Dorp Christian Academy
- 2nd Place: James Ruiz, Staten Island Academy