American Legion Department of Iowa High School Oratorical Contest

The American Legion Department of Iowa's oratorical contest asks students in grades 9-12 to deliver prepared and impromptu speeches on the U.S. Constitution, advancing from local through county, district, and area rounds to the Department finals. State-level winners receive $2,000, $1,500, and $1,000 (combined Legion and Foundation awards) for first through third place, with a chance to advance to national competition for much larger prizes. Eligibility is open to any qualifying student regardless of Legion family connection.

Eligibility

Applying

State finals: 1st $2,000 total, 2nd $1,500 total, 3rd $1,000 total