Poetry Out Loud is a national arts education program that encourages the study of great poetry by offering free educational materials and a dynamic competition for high school students across the country.

This program helps students master public speaking skills, build self-confidence, and learn about literary history and contemporary life.

This program is open to all high school-aged students in the 8-parish region of Acadiana: Acadia Parish, Evangeline Parish, Iberia Parish, Lafayette Parish, St. Landry Parish, St. Martin Parish, St. Mary Parish, &  Vermilion Parish