Optimist International Essay Contest

The Optimist International Oratorical Contest takes place between January and May. The official topic for 2015-16 is "How My Best Brings Out the Best in Others." Download the entry form. 
Optimist International has partnered with St. Louis University to expand the Oratorical Contest in 2016. District winners will compete on an international stage where they have the opportunity to win up to $22,000 in scholarship money.

Optimist International Oratorical World Championships

The Optimist International Oratorical Contest takes place between January and May. The official topic for 2015-16 is "How My Best Brings Out the Best in Others." Download the entry form. 
Optimist International has partnered with St. Louis University to expand the Oratorical Contest in 2016. District winners will compete on an international stage where they have the opportunity to win up to $22,000 in scholarship money.

Communications Contest for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing

The Optimist International Communication Contest for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (CCDHH) takes place between January and May. The official topic for 2015-16 is "How My Best Brings Out the Best in Others."  Download the entry form.

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