2018 State Oratorical Winners
The American Legion, Department of Florida is proud to announce the winners from the State Oratorical Contest held, March 10, 2018:
1st Place – $2,500 and representing Florida at National Oratorical Contest
Caleb Wilson, Western Area, Post 84
2nd Place – $1,500
Greta Dieck, Central Area, Post 8
3rd Place – $1,000
Holly Stidham, Northern Area, Post 27
$500 Winners
- Ricardo Barrios, Eastern Area, Post 63
- Chika Ojukwu, Southern Area, Post 385
- Sheyla Ravelo Perez, Southwestern Area, Post 323
We’d like to extend a special thank you to All the Posts, Districts, and Area Chairmen that helped support these students with their journey to the State Contest; Department Oratorical Chairman, Meri West, for her dedication and support for the Oratorical Program; The Judges, Tabulators, and Time Keepers for your help and support at the State Contest; and to our contestants and all attendees for your support and participation.