Mosaic

 Mosaic is an annual language arts program for middle school students to showcase their creative talents and express their cultural identities. The program is held in partnership with Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) and Montgomery County Public Libraries (MCPL). Entries are in the category of essay, short story, or poem (including a spoken word or written version of a rap) and allow students to creatively express their personal reflections on diversity and culture. To learn more, click on the options below.

For Students

For Teachers

For Judges

Purchase Student Anthologies

Congratulations to our 2025-2026

Winners and Honorable Mentions

Young Writers Resources

SSL Permission Form – Please note, permission forms must be received prior to student participation. (Form will be active again November 2026)

– All SSL Forms for submitting an entry will be sent to students after the May 28th Ceremony. – Forms will be sent to the non-MCPS email provided in the permission form.

– Students attending the ceremony should bring a filled out SSL form to be signed by staff after the readings.

– To learn more about filling out the SSL Form, click here.

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Congratulations to our 2024-25 Awardees

Click the image below to check out the 2025 Mosaic Ceremony Photos.

 

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