2025 Ronald Reagan Oratory Finalists
The Civil Discourse Project was founded to develop engaged, informed, and skilled 5th-12th graders who model civil discourse as a hallmark of American democracy. We are proud to announce the winners of the Oratory Finals held on January 10 at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library & Museum.
Introducing the High School Finalists
WINNER OF $1,000 SCHOLARSHIP: ZANDER SCHOULTZ from Lakeside High School in Hot Springs, Arkansas.
SARA WANG from Bishop Gorman High School in Las Vegas, Nevada.
JONATHAN PAUL who is home-schooled in North Carolina.
TAELOR JONES from Cabell Midland High School in Ona, West Virginia.
LINCOLN TRUMPS from Layfayette High School in Layfayette, Louisiana.
High school finalists presented President Reagan’s Radio Address to the Nation on Voluntarism (May 24, 1986).
Introducing the Middle School Finalists
WINNER: DJ MAVIS from Polytechnic School in Pasadena, California.
OLIVIA NORRIS from West Feliciana Middle School in Francisville, Louisiana.
VARSH VARUN from Scottsdale Preparatory Academy in Scottsdale, Arizona.
KENNEDY CLARKE from River Trail Middle School in Johns Creek, Georgia.
ARROW MOYER from Ballard Elementary School in Solvang, California.
Middle school finalists gave their version of President Reagan’s Radio Address to the Nation on Armed Forces Day from May 15, 1982.
Learn More About the Oratory Competition
Open to middle and high school students, the Ronald Reagan Oratory Competition is a free opportunity to build public speaking skills and foster civic engagement. This exciting program brings President Reagan’s words to life through today’s youth.
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