Local Student Erin Erter Shines in Regional Poetry Out Loud Contest, Heads to State Level

Erin Erter, a senior literary student, recently placed in the top three at the Regional Poetry Out Loud event at the Lauren Rogers Museum of Art in Laurel, Mississippi. Poetry Out Loud is a free program by the National Endowment for the Arts and the Poetry Foundation for students in grades 9-12. Since 2005, the program helps students in the US, Puerto Rico, the US Virgin Islands, and the District of Columbia improve their public speaking skills, self-confidence, and reading comprehension scores.

The program also gives students a better understanding of language and literature. Teachers use the Poetry Out Loud curriculum to help students develop a personal connection with great poems. This enriches their literary knowledge and encourages a love for poetry.

Erin's involvement with Poetry Out Loud started with her win at the MSA’s contest in December. Her regional win allows her to move on to the state level. Her success shows her talent and dedication to poetry.

The state recitation contest will take place in March 2024 at the Mississippi Public Broadcasting studios in Jackson, MS. This will be a chance for Erin to show her skills and passion for poetry.

Poetry Out Loud also lets all participating students compete for awards, prizes, and recognition. This adds a competitive element to the program, pushing students to strive for excellence. More details about the program are available on the Poetry Out Loud website.

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