4-Way Test Speech Contest - Rotary Club of Apple Valley

Rotary Four-Way Test Speech Contest

Each year, Rotary invites high school students to participate in the Annual Four-Way Test Speech Contest — a program that challenges young speakers to explore ethical decision-making and express their ideas with confidence and clarity.

This contest encourages students to reflect on Rotary’s Four-Way Test, a simple but powerful guide used by Rotarians worldwide to make ethical decisions in personal, academic, and professional life.

The Four-Way Test

Of the things we think, say, or do:

Is it the TRUTH?
Is it FAIR to all concerned?
Will it build GOODWILL and BETTER FRIENDSHIPS?
Will it be BENEFICIAL to all concerned?

Purpose of the Contest

The Four-Way Test Speech Contest is designed to:

Encourage students to think deeply about ethics, integrity, and character
Introduce youth to Rotary and its values
Build confidence in public speaking and communication
Develop leadership skills through thoughtful self-expression
Recognize outstanding student speakers

How the Contest Works

Students begin at the club level, sponsored by the Rotary Club of Apple Valley
Club winners advance to area, regional, and district-level competitions
District-level finalists may receive scholarships, awards, and recognition
Past winners have been honored at Rotary district events and conferences

Contest Application Form

Please complete the following so we can contact you and verify eligibility.

Full Name

School Name

Grade Level

Parent / Guardian Information

Full Name

Phone

Speech Title

Why did you choose this speech topic?

How does your message connect to leadership, service, or community?

Consent & Agreements

Before submitting, please confirm the following:

Permission to review and share my speech
(This allows Rotary organizers and judges to view and use your submission for contest selection and promotion.)

Agreement to present at the contest if selected
(By checking, you commit to participate in the live contest should you advance.)

Privacy Statement

The Rotary Club of Apple Valley values your privacy. Information submitted through this scholarship application is used only for scholarship review, selection, and administration. Access to applications is limited to authorized Rotary Club of Apple Valley members and volunteers involved in the scholarship process. Your information will not be sold, shared, rented, or redistributed to third parties and will not be used for marketing, fundraising, or mailing lists. All submissions are handled responsibly and retained only as long as necessary to administer the scholarship program and meet Rotary record-keeping requirements. By submitting this application, you consent to the use of your information solely for these purposes.