Essay contest honors late NC legislator

In honor of Women’s History Month and the legacy of the late Nassau County Legislator and former Presiding Officer Judy Jacobs, Nassau County Legislator Arnold W. Drucker (D - Plainview) is proud to announce the fourth annual Judy Jacobs Essay Contest for LD 16’s fifth- through eighth-grade students.

In accordance with this year’s theme, “A Celebration of Courageous Women,” students are being tasked with selecting courageous woman in their life and writing an original essay that honors their subject and describes the true meaning of courage. Potential subjects include a parent, teacher, elected official, a community leader, actress, friend, or the author themselves.

“Throughout a lifetime of service to the residents of Nassau County, Judy Jacobs was a fierce and fearless trailblazer who epitomized the definition of courage in all aspects of her life,” Legislator Drucker said. “Through this year’s essay contest, we hope to both Judy’s many contributions and encourage the next generation of lead-