Omaha area eighth graders are invited to compete in the Omaha Bar Association’s annual Law Day essay contest.

This year’s essay theme is “Celebrating the Rule of Law in Our Country.” Cash prizes of $175 for first place, $150 for second and $125 for third are offered. The first place winner will be asked to read their essay in a special video shared with the Omaha legal community.

Essays should be 200 to 250 words. Submissions will be judged on originality, content, neatness and spelling. Include your name, school and social studies teacher.

Submissions must be made later than April 10 by emailing lawday@omahadailyrecord.com.

For more information on the contest, visit omahadailyrecord.com/essaycontest.