Maryland 4-H State Public Speaking Contest
Schedule
Sat, 25 Apr, 2026 at 10:00 am
UTC-04:00Location
4131 Campus Dr, College Park, MD 20742 | College Park, MD
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4-H Public Speaking gives youth the opportunity to grow their voice, build confidence, and develop leadership skills that last a lifetime. County and city Champions are eligible and encouraged to compete at the State 4-H Public Speaking Contest, where communication, creativity, and critical thinking shine.Public speaking in 4-H isn’t just about winning, it’s about growth. Each participant builds poise, professionalism, and the ability to organize and present ideas clearly and persuasively. Judges provide valuable feedback to help youth strengthen their skills and continue developing as confident communicators.
Age Categories:
Junior (8–10)
Intermediate (11–13)
Senior (14–18)
Speech Categories:
Demonstration
Prepared Speech
Extemporaneous
Interpretation
Radio Spot
Visual Presentation
The registration deadline is April 10, 2026. Contact your local office to find out more. Or go to https://go.umd.edu/PublicSpeaking26 for contest details.
Questions?
Navonne Owen – [email protected]
Michelle Harman – [email protected]
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Where is it happening?
4131 Campus Dr, College Park, MD 20742, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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