Contest Dates and Locations
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MD4 California Lions Student Speakers Contest
2020-2021 CONTEST
TOPIC
"Distance and Online Learning — Pros and Cons"
Student Speakers Packet Order CLUBS ONLY
Order Next Years CLUB Packet Here
DEADLINE IS OCTOBER 1, 2020
ZONE, REGION, DISTRICT, AREA PACKETS WILL BE MAILED AUTOMATICALLY.
- THE JOINT (MAY OR JUNE) 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): A STUDENT SPEAKERS SEMINAR FOR ALL IS PRESENTED AN MD4CON; ANY EXTRA MATERIAL IS AVAILABLE TO BE PICKED UP.
Helpful Links
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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. |
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click ► Find a Lions Club near you |
| 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 SpeakingFeeling 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 TipsPublic Speaking Tips - a public speaking, communication, and presentation skills resource covering preparation, speech writing, audio and visual aids, ...
www.speaking-tips.com
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click ► How to Write a Speech | eHow.comOverview of Organized Speech Writing. Following structure is key in being an organized speechwriter. Get tips on the basics of… More ...
www.ehow.com |
Lions Clubs Materials For Schools
Packet Letter
- Club
- Region/Zone
- District
Participation Form:
Word
PDF fill in form
Press Release
NEW! Marketing Flyer
Poster (lg) 11x17
Poster (sm) 8.5 x 11
Handbook Full Content
Tellers Written Speech Worksheet
Judges Written Speech Worksheet
Certificate
- Certificate to print
- Certificate with digital fill-in fields
- Digital fill-in name template w/out certificate
2020 Contest MD4 Governors Scholarship Contest
The in-person contests have been canceled; Video and Written speeches are now accepted. Please read the contest directives carefully.
Judges Written Speech Worksheet
2020 The winner of the MD4 Governor's Scholarship Contest with Scholarships awarded by the Student Speaker Foundation
Halle Schaffer
Sponsored by the District 4-L6 Encinitas Lions Club
- 2019-20 Student Speakers Contest Topic: "Homelessness in California; What is the Solution?"