Little House in the Big Desert

May. 24, 2008
Subway Gets Fresh

So Subway has this essay contest which is open to children in pre K-grade 6 ... unless they are homeschooled children. "No home schools will be accepted" is the exact language used on their contest page.

The contest winner receives, among other things, $5000 for athletic equipment for his school. Okay, I get it, the $5000 is not intended for a single family to win. But what a short-sighted decision! Wouldn't it have been simpler to say that the winner could designate the institution of her choice to receive the $5000? Eligible institutions could include not only schools but community centers and playgrounds, recreational sport leagues, and even churches.

I bet they get a huge backlash from the homeschool community. I admit, they've already heard from me.


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