Inkblot Writing Contest
Welcoming Maine students in Grades 4–12
Thank you for your interest! The 2025 Inkblot Writing Contest is now closed. The winners of this year's contest are listed below. Congratulations to all of the young writers who earned recognition!
Maine Coast Waldorf School extends deep appreciation to all the writers who submitted work, and to the teachers, school staff, families, and champions who helped facilitate participation in the Inkblot Writing Contest.
Inkblot Writing Contest Winners
Submission Requirements
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Students may submit one short story up to 3,500 words, or up to three poems (of no more than 10 total pages).
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You may submit in both short story and poetry categories, but you may only enter each category once.
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Teachers may submit work on behalf of students.
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Entries will be read blind, so please do not include your name on your submission. Ideally, submissions are typed, but a legibly handwritten scan is also acceptable.
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Submissions may not have been previously published online or in print. Submissions may be printed in an Inkblot Writing Contest compilation.
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Entries are free. There is no fee for schools to participate.
Meet the Judges
rooted in place, inspired by purpose
Education at Maine Coast Waldorf School is rooted in the belief that learning is a journey of discovery—of self, of community, and of the wider world. We pair academic depth with artistic expression, real-world application, and deep human connection to shape graduates who are confident, capable, and grounded in purpose.
Our 75-acre campus is more than scenic—it's a living classroom. With woods, gardens, open fields, and trails for hiking and skiing, students engage daily with the natural world through science, art, athletics, and hands-on work. Outdoor education is central to who we are, extending beyond campus to the rocky coastlines, islands, and preserves that define Maine’s landscape.