Sep 23, 2024 · Department of Cultural Affairs

RELEASE: High School Students Invited to Compete in 20th Anniversary of National Poetry Contest

Students throughout New Mexico can participate in this dynamic poetry recitation competition

Hello everyone,

New Mexico Arts celebrates the 20th anniversary of Poetry Out Loud® this school year. Through Poetry Out Loud—a partnership with the National Endowment for the Arts and the Poetry Foundation—high school students across the country, including New Mexico, participate in a dynamic poetry recitation competition that is designed to improve public speaking skills, build confidence and teach students about literary history and contemporary life. Students from individual schools and organizations have the chance to advance to the state competition in March 2025, and ultimately to the national finals, where monetary prizes and school stipends will be awarded. Read the full release below for more information about this program.

Full Press Release

Let me know if you would like more information or media images. Thanks, Christina

Christina Claassen christina.claassen@dca.nm.gov 505-946-7149

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