Speech Guidelines
- Speeches must be specifically prepared for the Program.
- Speeches must be original and relate to the student's interests.
- Speeches should be no less than two minutes and no more than three minutes in length. Penalties are given for shorter or longer speeches.
- No visual aids are allowed when giving a speech.
- Note cards are not considered visual aids and may be used. However, costumes, props and pictures are considered visual aids.
- Students who participate more than one year must create a different speech each year.
The 4-H motto is, "to make the best better."
For more information contact the Bay County Extension Office at 647 Jenks Avenue, Panama City FL 32401 or call (850) 784-6105. You can also email us at: bay@ifas.ufl.edu