Lower School Poet Laureate Contest Celebrates Classic Poetry (Grades 3–5)
Avalon’s Lower School students brought poetry classics to life in this year’s Lower School Poet Laureate Contest for grades 3–5. Students selected and memorized poems, then presented their recitations with poise, expression, and confidence—demonstrating both strong speaking skills and a deep appreciation for great literature.
We are proud to recognize the students whose recitations stood out at the grade level, along with two honorable mentions:
Congratulations to the 2026 Lower School Poet Laureate Competition Winners (L to R):
- Ignacio D. (Grade 5) — Honorable Mention
- Jason P. (Grade 4) — Winner
- John P. (Grade 5) — Lower School Poet Laureate & Grade 5 Winner
- Matteo R. (Grade 3) — Winner
- Jacob G. (Grade 4) — Honorable Mention
Congratulations to all participants for their hard work and thoughtful performances—we loved hearing these timeless poems shared by our students.