We are thrilled to announce the Inaugural Black History Oratorical Contest, a city-wide showcase designed to engage students in the study and presentation of African American History. This exciting opportunity will empower students across Philadelphia to bring pivotal moments and figures from Black history to life through the performance of iconic speeches and poems.
Theme: “Our Voices Matter: Speaking Up for What’s Right”
How to Participate: Select a Piece: Students will choose from a curated list of significant speeches or poems by influential Black figures, provided in the attached document.
Prepare a Performance: Schools will host internal competitions to select one student representative.
Submit a Video: School representatives must submit a video recording of their performance and a written transcript using the provided submission form (attached). Compete at the City Level: The top 21 submissions (7 from elementary, middle, and high school levels) will compete in the city-wide showcase.
Timeline:
- Submission Opens: January 10, 2025
- Submission Deadline: February 13, 2025
- City-Wide Showcase Event: February 28, 2025, at the Mayor’s Reception Room, City Hall 5:30pm – 8:30 pm
Submission Guidelines:
- High School (9th-12th): 5 to 7 minutes
Attached to this email, you will find more information including more specific guidelines, prizes and how to apply.
Please register by clicking here.>>One Philly Black History School Oratorical Showcase
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Download and Review the One Philly Black History Contest Letter below: