American Legion Post 225 is gearing up for its annual oratorical competition. Area student in grades 9-12 may take part. This year’s oratory competition is slated for 8 a.m., Saturday, Dec. 15.

Coordinator Ron Weiss said students will be asked to prepare and give an eight to 10 minute talk on the United States constitution and be prepared to give a three to five minute follow-up presentation.

The first place winner will receive a $500 scholarship and have an opportunity to enter district competition where the first-place winner will go to the state competition.

The second place contestant in the Post 225 competition will receive a $300 scholarship. Third place in the local competition will claim a $200 scholarship.

Entry forms are available at Forest Lake High School, 6101 Scandia Trail N. or at Post 225, 355 W. Broadway Ave. Forms must be submitted by Dec. 11.

Entry forms should be delivered to American Legion Post 225. For more information, call 651-464-2600.

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