An initiative of the National Endowment for the Arts, administered statewide by the California Arts Council, Poetry Out Loud encourages high school students to learn about poetry through memorization, performance, and competition. Participants master public speaking skills, build self-confidence, and learn about literary history and contemporary life.

This event will showcase our Santa Cruz County high school student finalists in their final competition before going on to the state level!

Participating High Schools include:
Watsonville High School
Pajaro Valley High
Pacific Coast Charter School
Harbor High School

For more information:
https://www.capoetryoutloud.org/