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Public Speaking

Applicant may demonstrate expertise by debating or publicly speaking about topics that include current events or issues that affect the community. Applicants must provide documentation noting the topic, date, audience size and any other material that provides details of events/speeches.

Examples of supporting documents

Public Speaking: written speech samples

2026

  • Ella Van Lueven Leon
  • Jasper Opel Rickards
  • Kelsey Drinks SAIL
  • Libby Shalley Florida State University Schools
  • Nishi Bhanderi Maclay
  • Siri Davidi Lincoln
  • Wynn Whitfield Chiles

2025

  1. Winner John Fletcher Butler Maclay School
  2. Runner-Up Macy Coombs Leon High School
  3. Honorable Mention Issa Allison Rickards High School
  • Elijah Edwards SAIL High School
  • Lauren Culp Lincoln High School
  • Mia D’Aurio Community Leadership Academy
  • Mia Stout Chiles High School
  • Michaela Hopkins Tallahassee Collegiate Academy
  • Myia Tucker Godby High School
  • Parini Mehta Florida State University Schools