Stark Foundation announces increase in scholarships for Reading and Declamation Contest winners

  • Left to right: Winners of the 120th Stark Reading Contest in 2024: Catalina Lawley, Orangefield High School, Marianna Gonzales, West-Orange Stark High School, Elyse Walker, Vidor High School, Hannah Edwards, Bridge City High School
    Left to right: Winners of the 120th Stark Reading Contest in 2024: Catalina Lawley, Orangefield High School, Marianna Gonzales, West-Orange Stark High School, Elyse Walker, Vidor High School, Hannah Edwards, Bridge City High School

    The Stark Foundation is pleased to announce exciting updates to the Miriam Lutcher Stark Contest in Reading and Declamation awards. In its continued mission to enrich the community and support education, the Foundation has increased the scholarship amounts for both local and county levels, providing greater opportunities for Orange County students.

    At the local level, first place winners will now r…