Each October the Maple Grove Fire Rescue Department invites all 4^th graders to participate in a fire safety poster contest. The contest is sponsored by the participating fire departments of the North Suburban Regional Mutual Aid Association. The poster theme needs to include a fire safety message. The poster theme needs to include a fire safety message.

A trophy is awarded to the first, second and third place winners at each school. A grand prize winner is also chosen and awarded a traveling trophy which the school displays for one year. The trophy has the winner's name and school on it and is kept at the school for one year. The Grand Prize winner, their parents, and teacher are also invited to a recognition program held in November. Grand prize posters are forwarded to the MN State Fire Chiefs Association for a chance to win at the state level with the winners published in the MN Fire Chief magazine. 

2011 Grand Prize Winner - Katie Olsen - Rush Creek Elementary


1st, 2nd, and 3rd Place Winners at:

Basswood, Cedar Crest Academy, Elm Creek, Fernbrook,
Heritage Christian Academy, Oak View, Rice Lake,
Rush Creek, Weaver Lake

The Maple Grove Fire-Rescue Department congratulates each poster contest winner and thanks all 4^th graders who participated. Also, special thanks go to each teacher and principal who supports this educational and fun program!