District 215 is dedicated to making the Toastmasters contest experience organized, fair, supportive, and rewarding for everyone involved. We are committed to providing clubs, contestants, contest chairs, judges, and other contest officials with the resources, training, guidance, and support they need throughout the contest season.
From preparing for the first club contest to advancing through the District level, our goal is to help everyone understand the process, feel prepared, and have the opportunity to showcase their communication and leadership skills.
Together, we can create contests where every voice is heard, every contestant is supported, and every volunteer has the tools to succeed.
Prepare. Participate. Support. Shine!
Meet the District Contest Master
Have Questions??? Contact me directly at johnny.l.randolph@gmail.com
Johnny Randolph DTM
Contest Leader | Mentor | Toastmasters Advocate
Johnny Randolph, DTM, brings a strong passion for Toastmasters and a deep commitment to supporting the speech contest experience. He believes that every contestant, volunteer, and contest official should have the resources, guidance, and support needed to succeed. With a focus on fairness, consistency, and preparation, Johnny works to help ensure District contests are conducted with integrity while creating a positive and encouraging environment for contestants.
“Step onto the stage with courage. Speak with purpose. Inspire with your voice.”
District 215 Contest Season 2026 - 2027
Where Voices Rise, Leaders Shine.
Contest season can begin as early as November, and District 215 is preparing for an exciting year of competition, growth, and exceptional communication.
This contest season, District 215 will conduct three contests culminating at the District Conference:
International Speech Contest
Table Topics Contest
Online Speech Contest
Toastmasters speech contests provide members with an opportunity to challenge themselves, strengthen their communication skills, gain valuable speaking experience, and represent their clubs at increasingly competitive levels.
A New Opportunity: The Online Speech Contest
The Online Speech Contest may be new to many members of District 215. We encourage you to view this addition as a positive opportunity—and another tool for cultivating and developing your communication skills.
Communicating effectively in a virtual environment has become an increasingly important professional skill. The Online Speech Contest gives members an opportunity to strengthen their ability to connect with an audience through a camera, use vocal variety effectively, develop an engaging virtual presence, and deliver a polished speech in an online setting.
Whether you are an experienced competitor or considering entering a Toastmasters contest for the first time, we encourage you to participate.
A successful contest takes teamwork, preparation, and volunteers who are willing to step forward. Use the resources on this page to prepare with confidence, support our contestants, and create an engaging experience for everyone involved.
Step up. Speak out. Shine bright. Let's make the 2026–2027 Toastmasters Contest Season one to remember!
District 215 Contest Deadlines
| Contest Type | Deadline Date |
|---|---|
Club Contest | January 31, 2027 |
Area Contest | February 28, 2027 |
Division Contest | March 27, 2027 |
Explore the official Toastmasters Speech Contest resource center for contest materials, frequently asked questions, helpful guidance, and videos featuring past World Champions of Public Speaking. Use this resource to prepare, learn, and enhance your contest experience.
Note: Toastmasters International Log In required