Maine Poetry Out Loud
Statewide poetry recitation competition for high school students in Maine, building confidence and performance skills.
Key facts
- Funder
- Maine Arts Commission
- Status
- Active
- Next deadline
- December 1, 2026
- Amount
- Awards and prizes for winners at various levels; check official site for current year details.
- Who can apply
- Schools, Teachers, Students
- Where
- ME
- Topics
- Arts, Literacy
- Official page
- https://mainearts.maine.gov/Pages/Programs/POL-Home
- Apply
- https://mainearts.maine.gov/Pages/Programs/POL-Home
- Last verified
- October 16, 2026
About this funding
Poetry Out Loud is a national arts education program hosted in Maine through a partnership with the Maine Humanities Council. It encourages students to learn about great poetry through memorization and performance. The program includes school-level, regional, and statewide competitions.
How to apply
Schools and organizations must register through the Maine Arts Commission website by the December deadline. Participating teachers receive guides and promotional materials.
Frequently asked questions
Who can apply for Maine Poetry Out Loud?
Schools, Teachers, Students
How much funding does Maine Poetry Out Loud offer?
Awards and prizes for winners at various levels; check official site for current year details.
When is the Maine Poetry Out Loud deadline?
December 1, 2026
How do I apply for Maine Poetry Out Loud?
Schools and organizations must register through the Maine Arts Commission website by the December deadline. Participating teachers receive guides and promotional materials.