Show your speaking skills by participating in this year's Public Speaking Contest. The contest is for all youth, ages 8 to 18.
Divisions are based on age:
Junior: Ages 8 to 13
Senior: Ages 14 to 18
Prepared Topics Include:
AgriBusiness, Agricultural Policy, Agricultural Innovation, Animal Science, Natural Resources, or Plant Science.
Check-In at 8:30 am
Orientation 9:00 am to 9:30 am
Preliminary Rounds 9:30 am+
Registration will open July 1, 2026
Closes - August 29, 2026
Public Speaking Contest - September 26, 2026
Use the yellow link above to register.
Important information
- The contest will be held at the Skills Training Center at TJC West Campus. (1530 S SW Loop 323, Tyler, TX 75701)
- Public Speaking entries must turn in Statement of Originality but NO MANUSCRIPT will be submitted this year for scoring.