Poetry Out Loud Ohio

Ohio'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 Ohio Arts Council. Competition for high school students in Ohio, USA. Format: In-person. Cost: Free. Grades 9–12. Deadline: 2026-12-15.

Fields: Writing, Humanities, Arts

Key facts

Who can apply: High school students in grades 9 to 12. It takes place in person in Ohio.
Cost: Free to take part.
Dates: The deadline is December 15, 2026.

Info checked September 2026.

Questions about Poetry Out Loud Ohio

When is the Poetry Out Loud Ohio deadline?

The deadline is December 15, 2026.

Is Poetry Out Loud Ohio free?

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

Who can apply to Poetry Out Loud Ohio?

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

Official program page

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