Rotary International - Speech & Essay

Each year the Rotary International Club sponsors a speech contest centered around their 4-Way Test. The 5-7 minute speech can be on any topic, as long as it weaves the 4-Way Test throughout (see below).  The brochure and application can be found below to download and print. 

Applications from students should be submitted directly to Mr. Wagner, and he will forward on to the district office of Rotary.  Applications are due to Mr. Wagner by the close of school on Friday, October27, 2023.

The 4-Way Test:
1.  Is it the truth?
2.  Is it fair to all concerned?
3.  Will it build goodwill and better friendships?
4.  Is it beneficial to all concerned?

The topic should be timely, interesting, and important, as long as it is not profane, obscene, unpatriotic or racist. The topic must be specifically subjected to the Four Way Test.  For example, a few years back one of our CHS students subjected Santa Claus to the test.  She actually won at the national level!  Students are allowed to use note cards at the local competition.  After that, they need to have their speech memorized.

Key Dates:

1.  Your application to participate is due to Mr. Wagner by Friday, October27, 2023.

2.  We will hold a local “competition” in the Fowler LGI at 3:00pm. Please inform your student participants to be prepared to give their speech on Monday, November 13, 2023 at 3:15pm in the Fowler LGI.

4-WAY TEST SPEECH BROCHURE

2023-24 ENTRY FORM

4-WAYTEST WEBSITE - LISTEN TO PRIOR YEAR SAMPLES