4-H Public Speaking Contest

A microphone with a purple background. A green 4-H clover in the upper left corner.
Event Date(s)
Event Time
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Location
Christian County Extension
County
Christian
4-H excels in preparing youth to speak confidently! Our Public Speaking Contest allows youth to highlight their exceptional presentation abilities in a supportive environment.
 
Enrollment in the Public Presentations project is required to participate in this section. No live animals are allowed in speeches. Counties may advance a total of 3 entries from any category to the state contest. A 4-H member may advance in one individual category and one team category. Participating Youth must be 8 years of age on or before September 1, 2025. Participating youth turning 14 years of age on or before September 1, 2025 must enroll as advanced.
 
Resources:
Youth looking for resources to help prepare for this contest can reference the following: 

There are 4 divisions in this year’s contest. Each division offers options that the presenter may choose to make their presentation unique.

  • Formal Speech
  • Illustrated Speech
  • Original Works
  • Oral Interpretation 
If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate, please contact