Martin Luther King Jr., Oratorical Festival

MLK, Jr. Oratorical Fest '10

Welcome to the Oakland Unified School District's 31st Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Oratorical Fest for the 09-10 school year.

Letters make sounds, sounds make words, and Words frame our World. The students, parents and educational teams of Oakland are proud to announce the thirty-first year of this event. Approximately 5,000 students and numerous volunteers will come together for one of the most positive and rewarding educational experiences honoring the life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and all those who have championed for the betterment of mankind.

The competition honors the life of a great orator - who made the highest sacrifice in his dedication to combat injustice and fight for the rights of all humanity regardless of nationality, race, or color. The fest allows students to develop a strong sense of self, their talents, and their own voice developing into tomorrow’s leaders resounding with ...

”Sounds of Hope.”

           Elementary Regional Competitions: K-5                                           February 11, 2010
            Elementary Regional Competitions: K-5                                       February 12, 2010
               Secondary Regional Competitions:                                               February 19, 2010
           Final Competitions: K-5 March 13, 2010
          Final Competitions: 6-12 March 13, 2010

IMPORTANT NOTICE TO ALL NON DISTRICT SCHOOLS :
All Charter, Private or Continuing Education Schools Please Read Carefully!

All Schools Must Be Located in Oakland. There is a Nominal Registration Fee of $6.00 Per Non-Oakland Unified School District Students to Cover the Cost of Certificates, Posters and Awards Given to ALL Student Participants.

*Non-District Student ENTRY Form

Non-District Participants Click Here

ELEGIBILITY

All Oakland students from kindergarten through grade twelve must be provided the opportunity to participate in competition.
All Entries are to originate from the school site.
Online Registration Required or faxed entry forms should be signed by the School-Site Oratorical Coordinator and/or Principal.
No coaching by students, parents, or teachers during the individual or group presentations.

Event Overview

Registration Forms