Vision Forum is sponsoring the 2008 Ballantyne Essay Contest open to all students under the age of 18.   Contestants read at least three books written by R. M. Ballantyne, and then submit an essay on the topic, “What twenty-first century boys and girls can learn about duty, honor, and courage from the writings of R. M. Ballantyne.”  Grand prize is $500 cash, and additional prizes include Vision Forum gift certificates.  Complete details are available on the Vision Forum website.  Deadline to enter is June 30^th.