On February 1st, Eagan High School senior Grace Boutouli competed in the 2020 American Legion Department of Minnesota Third District Oratorical Contest held in Le Center and earned 3rd Place Honors. Grace is the first student from the high school to enter this national program and was endorsed by Daniel R. Olsen Post 594.
The American Legion Oratorical Contest exists to develop deeper knowledge and appreciation for the U.S. Constitution among high school students. Since 1938, the program has presented participants with an academic speaking challenge that teaches important leadership qualities, the history of our nation’s laws, the ability to think and speak clearly, and an understanding of the duties, responsibilities, rights and privileges of American citizenship.
Grace delivered a very thoughtful 8 ½ minute speech about aspects of the U.S. Constitution, with emphasis on the duties and obligations of citizens and our government. She followed that up with another oration focused on an assigned topic, the Electoral College.
For her efforts, Grace received a Certificate of Distinction and a $500 scholarship check. She is a member of Eagan H.S. debate team and did a wonderful job in representing Eagan High School and Post 594.
Pictured is Grace Boutouli and Dept. of MN Third District Commander Linda Dvorak