September 9, 2010

Scholarship contests for students

Optimist International offers three separate scholarship contests for students through the age of 19. With school just starting, now is a great time to look at the topics and to plan to get your Optimist Club, classroom or child involved.
  1. Optimist International Essay Contest: "How My Education is the Key to a Successful Future"
  2. Optimist International Oratorical Contest: "If I Were Leader of the Free World, the First Issue I Would Address Would be ... "
  3. Optimist International Communications Contest for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing: "If I Were Leader of the Free World, the First Issue I Would Address Would be ... "



Every contest begins at the Optimist Club level in your local community, but general information can be found at the above links. The Essay Contest is completed in February and the Oratorical Contests are completed in May.

All participants have the opportunity to earn scholarships up to $2,500 while they practice their communication skills. Check the Optimist Club Directory to find a club near you. 

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