Five fifth graders receive Honorable Mention in Will McDonough Writing Contest

Five fifth graders at Tenacre Country Day School were recognized for their essays in the 2025 Will McDonough Writing Contest, all earning Honorable Mention. The Will McDonough Writing Contest, named in honor of the legendary Boston Globe sportswriter, takes place every year. In 2025, more than 1,000 students from across New England participated in the contest. The winners are chosen by Boston Globe Sports Editors. The contest is open to all students in grades 4 through 12. Every member of the fifth-grade class at Tenacre submitted a 400-word essay to the contest as part of a class writing assignment.