Voice2Youth™ Poetry Slam
Due to public health concerns regarding COVID-19, the Thank You Darlin’ Foundation has postponed our Voice2Youth™ 2020 Vision Poetry Slam pending updates from our partners at FWISD and TCU.
At-Home Learning Activities Coming Soon!
Presented by The Thank You Darlin’ Foundation at Texas Christian University (TCU)
WHEN:
TBA
TIME:
Participant Registration – 11:00 a.m.
Performance – 12:00 Noon – 3:00 p.m.
LOCATION:
Texas Christian University
Moudy Arts and Communication
2805 S University Dr, Fort Worth, TX 76129
THEME:
2020 Vision
SIGN UP NOW:
CLICK HERE TO FILL OUT THE ENTRY FORM for the Voice2Youth™ Poetry Slam*- Not available
This event is open and free to the public.
PARTICIPANT FEE INFORMATION: Fees and donations must be received by March 20th
- Schools/organizations – $125 registration fee for participants. (Covers up to 10 students and 2 coaches/teachers)
- Individual participants – Not connected with a school/organization are asked to make a $5 donation.
- Schools/organizations who have partnered with TYD and a Voice2Youth™ program this semester – No fee is required.
SUBMIT YOUR POETRY
POETRY SLAM RULES AND REGULATIONS
Parent Consent/Release/Waiver of Liability Form (PDF)
Consent/Release/Waiver of Liability Form for 18-year-old & older (PDF)
What is the 2020 Voice2Youth™ Poetry Slam?
- Citywide annual youth poetry slam involving 3rd – 12th graders.
- Strengthens critical skills for academic and personal success.
- Participants receive awards and cash prizes.
- Aim is to help build a strong literacy foundation in kids early on: reading, writing, and public speaking.
- Purpose: To give university campus exposure and voice to youth from under-served communities.
- This year‘s theme is 2020 Vision.
The Thank You Darlin’ Foundation’s arts programs promote:
- Creativity and Confidence
- Reading and Writing Skills
- Conversation
- Performance and Presentation Skills
- Leadership and Teamwork Skills
