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2027 Iowa American Legion High School Oratorical Contest

Des Moines, Iowa · High school constitutional speech scholarship contest

Feb 14, 2027

2026–27 contest cycle active · department finals February 14, 2027

The American Legion of Iowa's 2026–27 constitutional speech contest culminates in the Department Finals on February 14, 2027 at 8:00 AM at the Holiday Inn Des Moines Airport & Conference Center. Local, county, district and area contests must be completed earlier in the cycle. The program develops constitutional knowledge, public speaking and civic leadership

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Eligibility
U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents under age 20 who are enrolled in grades 9–12 and are legally domiciled in or attend school in Iowa; additional national contest rules apply.
Cost
No entry fee stated. Iowa department scholarships are $2,000 for first, $1,500 for second and $1,000 for third; earlier-level awards vary.

Organization: The American Legion of Iowa · official Oratorical program page

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