Alpha Phi Alpha and Alpha Kappa Alpha 37th Oratorical Contest
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA— Approximately thirty scholars grades 1st through 12th presented speeches with confidence on “The power of truth; transformative learning experiences in Black History” to an audience of approximately 150 made up of family, friends, and members from the community on Saturday, March 29, 2025, at Rancho Cucamonga High School at the 37th annual Oratorical Contest sponsored by Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated, Mu Xi Lambda Chapter and Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, Eta Nu Omega Chapter.
All participants received a certificate of recognition for their participation.
Contest winners below received cash prizes and trophies:
Elementary School
1st Place (200.00): Xavier Buffong – Savant
2nd Place ($100.00): August Johnson – Perdew Elementary School
3rd Place ($75.00): Langston Buffong – Savant
Middle School
1st Place ($300.00): Lauren Stewart – Sierra Middle School
2nd Place ($200.00): Landon McClain – Santiago Middle School
3rd Place (100.00): Audrey Seraile – Vista Innovation and Design
High School
1st Place ($500.00): Alexis Chambers – Carter High School
2nd Place ($300.00: Isaiah Buffong – Ontario Christian High School
3rd Place (150.00): Rashad Martin – Los Osos High School
Congratulations to all scholars! Stay motivated! “The best is yet to come!”
