Posted by Janelle Kavanaugh & Cindy Bighorse on Dec 28, 2017
Of the things we Think, Say, or Do
 
As Rotarians, we should look forward to the upcoming 4-Way Test Speech Contest and how that applies to all we do as Rotarians.
 
First, it is the truth? 
YES!  The 2018 Speech Contest is rapidly approaching!  By now each club should have:
  • Contacted the schools  for participation and forwarded literature to the school representative
  • Scheduled the Contest for February
  • Submitted Participation form to the District Coordinator.
But wait, there’s more:
  • Jan 15 – Verify the Club Contest Date with the School(s)
  • February – hold the contest
  • March 1 – Submit the Regional Participation for to the District Coordinator
  • April – Regional Contests
  • May – District Conference and Contest Finals.
 
Second, it is fair to all concerned?
YES!  The contest is open to public and private high schools or home schools in the community.
  • The contest is scored by a panel of three judges, each contestant is given five minutes to speak about “What the 4-Way Test Means to Me.”
  • The Club Coordinator
 
Third, will it build goodwill and better friendships?
YES!  This contest demonstrates Rotaries support for community youth and values. 
  • Contestants may qualify as candidates for other events or scholarships. 
 
Fourth, will it be beneficial to all concerned?
YES!  It helps the club, the school, community, and contestants by promoting Rotary and its values
  • Gives students an opportunity to create a presentation and deliver before professionals.
  • Gives students an opportunity to meet socially with a diverse group of field experts.
 
2018 Regional contests will be:
 
Saturday, April 7 – 9:30 AM,  Weatherford                                                    
North Side Baptist Church, Room 118                                             
910 N. Main Street                                      
Weatherford, 76086                                                                                                                
Hosted by: Weatherford Rotary Club                                                                                 
Marnita Lankford                                                 
 
Saturday, April 21 – 1:00 PM,  Lewisville                    
Christian Community Action Center, Community Room
120 S. Main Street
Lewisville 75057
Hosted by:  Lewisville Morning Rotary Club
Frank Hebb  
 
Saturday, April 28 – 9:30 AM, Euless                                                      
Texas Star Golf Course/ Convention Center                                    
1400 Texas Star Parkway                                 
Euless 76040                                                                     
Hosted by: Mid Cities Rotary Club & HEB Rotary Club
Joel Hueske & Georgia Kidwell           
 
All the necessary forms can be found on the District 5790 Website by clicking here
Any questions should be directed to the District Contest Chairperson, Janelle Kavanaugh.
 

Janelle Kavanaugh
District Chair  
janelle.rotary@att.net

(817) 3123-3477  cell