SAUSD Winter Classic

2026 — Santa Ana, CA/US

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Elementary Original Prose and Poetry

Event Description:

1. Original Prose and Poetry is a performance event where a student writes and presents an original piece of prose, poetry, or a mix of both. It blends the creative writing and storytelling elements of interpretation events with the original composition of public address events. The manuscript must be entirely the student's original work and is prepared in advance.

2. The maximum time limit is 5 minutes with a 30-second grace period. A successful performer's tone will be dramatic, humorous, or a combination of both, centered around a clear message or theme.Should a student go beyond the grace period, the student may not be ranked 1st. No minimum time is mandated.