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MD4 California Lions Student Speakers Contest

2021-2022 CONTEST

Contest Dates and Locations

Click here to enter a Student Speakers Contest Location.

Please make sure you include the identifiable name of the contest: i.e. The _______Lions Club Contest; The __________Zone; The ___________Region; and The ____ District Contest.

No Club Student Speaker Contest can be held before TBD, 2022

Click Here To Order Packet

Student Speakers Packet Order CLUBS ONLY

DEADLINE TO ORDER THE PACKET AND AVOID A LATE FEE IS OCTOBER 1, 2021.

ONLY CLUBS NEED TO ORDER A PACKET.

ZONE, REGION, DISTRICT, AREA PACKETS WILL BE MAILED AUTOMATICALLY.

THE JOINT (JUNE 11, 2022) COUNCIL OF GOVERNORS MEETING HOLDS THE FINAL CONTEST
THE ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING (THE FIRST WEEKEND IN AUGUST) HOLDS A DISTRICT STUDENT SPEAKERS CHAIRPERSON TRAINING AND Q&A.
THE FALL MEETING (OCTOBER OR NOVEMBER) THE PACKETS FOR THE DISTRICT AND AREA ARE DELIVERED TO THE DISTRICT GOVERNOR.
THE MID-WINTER MEETING AND MD4 CONVENTION (FEBRUARY 25-27): A STUDENT SPEAKERS SEMINAR FOR ALL IS PRESENTED AT MD4CON; ANY EXTRA MATERIAL IS AVAILABLE TO BE PICKED UP FREE.

Helpful Links

click ► The Fourth District Student Speakers Foundation

The Foundation is the financial base for the scholarships awarded to Student Speaker Contest winners. We appreciate your support.

click ► Find a Lions Club near you
(not all Lions Clubs participate in the contest) Contact your high school counselor or principal.

The internet is a great resource for aspiring public speakers. Here are a few helpful links. Remember, the Lions contest does not allow visual aides, uniforms, costumes, props. Begin by reading and fully understanding the Student Handbook (rules)

click ► Toastmasters International - 10 Tips for Public Speaking

Feeling some nervousness before giving a speech is natural and even beneficial, but too much nervousness can be detrimental. Here are some proven tips on ...
www.toastmasters.org

click ► Public Speaking Tips

Public Speaking Tips - a public speaking, communication, and presentation skills resource covering preparation, speech writing, audio and visual aids, ...

www.speaking-tips.com