The Smith County Right to Life is pleased to announce our 2010 Oratory Contest for High School Students. This event open to grades 9-12 involves researching, writing and presenting a speech on topics relating to the human life issues of stem cell research, abortion, euthanasia, or infanticide. A panel of judges comprised of local political, educational, and community leaders will listen and judge each contestant based on preparation, content and presentation. Our contest will be held at 7:00 p.m. on April 13, 2009 at the Smith County Chamber of Commerce Community Room. The deadline to enter is April 6th.

As you can imagine, students who participate will benefit in several important ways from involvement in the oratory contest. In addition to developing public speaking and leadership ability, students will practice research and writing skills, learn more about critical current issues and enjoy an opportunity to educate others. Plus they have the opportunity to share their Pro-Life message.  

Each participate will receive Certificates of Appreciation; the top three winners will receive cash prizes of $100, $75,or $50 respectively and a trophy. Our contest winner will advance to compete at the State competition held at Aquinas College in Nashville on Saturday May 1st. Prizes at the State level include cash up to $500 and Aquinas College Scholarships. From there, a winner will be selected to compete in this summer’s National competition.

Click here for an Application Form to enter the Contest.
Click here for the poster in printable format.
Click here for the Contest Guidelines and helps