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Florida District Exchange
Americanism Speech Contest

The Americanism Speech Contest is one of the Florida District Exchange Clubs’ most honored traditions. Since, 1946, this contest has been dedicated to providing area high school Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors with an opportunity to:

  • Address themselves to the opportunities and challenges of this country’s democratic institutions
  • Express their patriotic thoughts and ideas
  • Hone their oratorical skills and self-confidence
  • Compete for a $1000 scholarship at the local division level
  • Local Winner competes for a $3000 scholarship at the State District level 

Since 2014, students representing Division 8 covering Manatee/Sarasota County, have performed exceptionally well at the state district level as we have been honored with eight first place and several second place winners during this time period with over $30,000 in scholarships being awarded to local high school students in our area.

For this year's scholarship package including rules and application, click here.

Below are links to view two of the past local winners that went on to win at the state distrcit level.



* State District Competition requires minimum of five contestants from around the state.
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