NASHUA – The Matthew Thornton Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution in Nashua has sent out essay contest packets to schools in Nashua, Hudson, Litchfield, Merrimack and Pelham.

Grades 5-8 are eligible to participate in the American History essay contest, “A Child’s Journey Through Ellis Island.” Grades 9-12 are eligible for the Christopher Columbus essay, “Joining Christopher Columbus on His Voyage to the New World.”

The essays are due Sunday, Nov. 30. Certificates will be given to winning students in April.

If your school did not receive a packet and you are interested in participating, email Carol at cawflew@yahoo.com.

For more information about the Daughters of the American Revolution, visit www.dar.org or the Matthew Thornton chapter website at www.freewebs.com/matthewthorntondar.