Subject
The purpose of the speech is to apply the principles of Rotary International’s 4 Way Test to a current ethical issue. Students are challenged to identify a topic they feel passionate about and to adopt a point of view from which they will seek to persuade others. It should be something from the speaker’s personal experience or general knowledge. There are no restrictions regarding the choice of topic as long as it is not blatantly offensive.

 

#1 Vanessa Monhemius

#2 Zach Bronson

#3 Leah Archer

Each part of the Four-Way Test should be addressed during the speech. They should be specifically stated, as the intent of the speech is to use the 4 Way Test to resolve an issue. Each part could be used to prove either a positive or negative point.    

 

The District level contest is held in two rounds, a semi-final round and the finals. Both rounds take place on April 12, 2025 
Winners from the Club level are grouped at random to compete in the semi-final round. One winner from each group advances to the Finals.
 

How
Club Chairs must reach out to High Schools and establish relationships with Principals and a Point of Contact (could be a teacher or an administrator). Please feel free to customize the ‘Invitation letter to Principal’ and PowerPoint presentation to cultivate relationships with schools.

What
Each club must decide what it thinks are appropriate prizes, and how many prizes are to be awarded.  Clubs are eligible to advance two (2) winners per school to the District level contest. Clubs that have more than 1 school in their jurisdiction can determine the number of students that they send to the District contest (subject to the two (2) winners per school rule).

Clubs are responsible to register and pay admission fees for students to participate at the District level contest, prior to March 25, 2025.