Nov 26, 2024, 12:08 PM
Nov 26, 2024, 12:08 PM

WJZ launches search for Maryland high school participants in oratory competition

Highlights
  • WJZ has invited Maryland high school students to participate in the Black History Oratory Competition for 2025.
  • Students must write 500-word essays based on specific quotations reflecting themes of service and impact on others.
  • Selected participants will perform their essays live, with winners announced in a televised special, recognizing their contributions.
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The Black History Oratory Competition 2025 seeks participation from Maryland high school students in grades 9 through 12. This annual competition, organized by WJZ, aims to engage students with historical themes relevant to Black history through oratory. Students are encouraged to select one of three provided quotations related to service, humanity, and impact and elaborate on its significance to them in a 500-word essay. The competition marks over 30 years of inspiring youth to voice their thoughts on important societal themes.

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