Awards are given for first, second, and third place. The state association receiving the most points (for individual events: three points for first, two points for second, and one point for third; for group events: six points for first, four points for second, and two points for third) is awarded the AACS Cup of Excellence.
2026 National Competition Winners
2026 National Competition Results (Rankings)
2026 Elementary & Junior High Creative Writing Winners
Awards and judging sheets that were not picked up at the competition will be mailed to the school.