Oratorical

The American Legion High School Oratorical Scholarship Program "A Constitutional Speech Contest"

The American Legion Oratorical contests can be financially as well as educationally rewarding. High School students who are U. S. citizens or lawful residents can hone their speaking skills, while learning about the U.S. Constitution. 

Department level scholarship awards range from $800 to $1500, with Zone runner-ups receiving $200. At the National level they range from $14,000 to $18,000.

Oratorical Contest Information Sheet

A contestant must register with their American Legion Oratorical Zone Chairman by January 2, 2012 (see the last page of the program information sheets for your Zone Chairman).  Your Zone Chairman will notify you of the dates, times and locations of all contests at the District and Zone level.  All Zone contests will be conducted before Monday, January 30, 2012 and the Department contest will be conducted on Saturday, February 25, 2012.

Register by January 2, 2012

Most Posts have information available and a student should contact a local American Legion Post, (ask Zone Chairman to suggest Post), and ask for sponsorship.