Dear District Officers and Club Officers

Please look out for the 2001 Speech Contest Manual and Rulebook which were mailed to District Officers and Club Presidents along with the July 1 - September 30 Distinguished Club Program Progress Report from WHQ.

Please read the Speech Contest Rules carefully. Many of the embarassing problems which sometimes occur at Area, Division and District contests can be avoided by simply reviewing and understanding these materials.

Careful planning can ensure that a speech contest is enjoyable for all participants and the audience.