The Make a Difference Contest will return for the 2026-2027 school year, presented by OPI and Golden Belt Printing!

Entry forms will be sent to participating Barton County elementary schools in August. Forms will be distributed by classroom teachers and should be completed and returned to the teacher by the deadline listed on the form.

The Make a Difference Contest recognizes students who go above and beyond through kindness, leadership, positive attitudes, and service to others. We look forward to celebrating the outstanding students who make a difference in our schools and communities throughout the upcoming school year.

<b>Make A Difference Contest: Presented by OPI and Golden Belt Printing.<br></b>Sponsored in part by:&nbsp;<br>Big Bend Custom Engraving, Freedom Claims Management, Great Bend Redi Mix, Francis Financial, Medial Park Pharmacy, R&amp;R Roofing, Allstaff Chartered, Miller Plastics, Rosencrants Bemis Water Well Service, Great Bend Rec, Jimlo Glass Center, Haz Mat Response.

<h2>The Make a Difference Contest will return for the 2026-2027 school year, presented by OPI and Golden Belt Printing!</h2><p>Entry forms will be sent to participating Barton County elementary schools in August. Forms will be distributed by classroom teachers and should be completed and returned to the teacher by the deadline listed on the form.</p><p>The Make a Difference Contest recognizes students who go above and beyond through kindness, leadership, positive attitudes, and service to others. We look forward to celebrating the outstanding students who make a difference in our schools and communities throughout the upcoming school year.</p><h2>2025-2026 Make A Difference Contest</h2><figure>
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                    </figure><p><b>Make A Difference Contest: Presented by OPI and Golden Belt Printing.<br></b>Sponsored in part by:&nbsp;<br>Big Bend Custom Engraving, Freedom Claims Management, Great Bend Redi Mix, Francis Financial, Medial Park Pharmacy, R&amp;R Roofing, Allstaff Chartered, Miller Plastics, Rosencrants Bemis Water Well Service, Great Bend Rec, Jimlo Glass Center, Haz Mat Response.</p>