Poetry Out Loud Maryland

Maryland's round of the National Endowment for the Arts recitation contest. Students in grades 9-12 memorise and perform poems from the official anthology, winning first at school, then at the state final. The state champion gets an all-expenses-paid trip to the national finals in Washington. Free to enter.

Offered by Maryland State Arts Council. Competition for high school students in Maryland, USA. Format: In-person. Cost: Free. Grades 9–12. Deadline: 2027-01-11.

Fields: Writing, Humanities, Arts

Key facts

Who can apply: High school students in grades 9 to 12. It takes place in person in Maryland.
Cost: Free to take part.
Dates: The deadline is January 11, 2027.

Info checked September 2026.

Questions about Poetry Out Loud Maryland

When is the Poetry Out Loud Maryland deadline?

The deadline is January 11, 2027.

Is Poetry Out Loud Maryland free?

Yes. Poetry Out Loud Maryland is free to take part in.

Who can apply to Poetry Out Loud Maryland?

High school students in grades 9 to 12. It takes place in person in Maryland. Age, residency and citizenship rules are on the official page.

Official program page

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