Poetry Out Loud, a national contest presented by the National Endowment for the Arts and the Poetry Foundation, offers students in grades 9-12 the chance to explore the literary heritage and enhance their skills in public speaking, confidence, and reading comprehension. The contest is accessible in all 50 states, Puerto Rico, the US Virgin Islands, and the District of Columbia.
To become a part of the Mississippi Poetry Out Loud program and discover more, please visit arts.ms.gov/programs/education-initiatives/poetry-out-loud/.
For registration visit arts.ms.gov/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/MSPOL2024-regform_updated8102023.pdf.
For questions, contact state coordinator: Katherine Brown at Mspoetryoutloud@gmail.com.