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Please Be Aware:
Unfortunately, we have had to suspend the District Oratorical and Vocal Contest.
After serving the district for many years, the chairpersons of both contests stepped down early this year. Since being informed of their retirement, District 7120 has been actively seeking replacements to ensure the continuation of these contests. We appreciate you’re understanding and support as we work toward finding new leadership for these important events. As you are aware this is a volunteer position. If you know of anyone who would like to undertake this responsibility, please contact me.
Yours in Rotary.
Jim Crane
District 7120
Governor 25-26
Rotary Oratorical Speech Contest on Ethics
Sponsored Jointly by
Rotary District 7120 and the Rochester Area Colleges
The event is open to all high school juniors in public, private, or home schools in Rotary District 7120 (Counties of Allegheny, Chemung, Livingston, Monroe, Ontario, Schuyler, Seneca, Steuben, Wayne, Wyoming and Yates).
Please submit completed applications to:
Oratory: The Art of Public Speaking
The Oratorical Speech Contest is based on the Rotary Four-Way Test
Is it the TRUTH?
Is it FAIR to all concerned?
Will it build GOODWILL and BETTER FRIENDSHIPS?
Will it be BENEFICIAL to all concerned?
Contestants will present a five to seven minute speech on how they plan to live their lives based on the four-way test.
The Oratorical Contest will help build public speaking skills and confidence.
Scholarships are awarded in the final round for the top presenters who attend a participating college.
Your local Rotary Club will sponsor and support contestants throughout the entire contest.
Work with professionals and coaches to develop a skill that will benefit you
for the rest of your life.
Applications and important documents are available on the Left Menu.
Competition Dates/Times/Locations:
Will be posted here by January 25, 2026
