13th Annual High School Speech Competition
2026-04-16 18:00 - 19:30 UTC | Castaic High School, 31575 Valley Creek Rd, Castaic, CA, 91384, United States
The Santa Clarita Valley Bar Association is proud to host the 13th Annual High School Speech Competition. This event will take place on April 16, 2026 at 6:00 pm, and will be held at Castaic High School.
The competition will feature Juniors and Seniors from throughout the William S. Hart School District. Cash scholarships will be awarded to the top three contestants as scored by a distinguished panel comprised of Los Angeles County Superior Court Judges (and residents of the Santa Clarita Valley).
The Santa Clarita Valley Bar Association invites you to attend this event and observe the very talented and gifted students participating in this year’s competition.
The overall top three presenting students during the oral competition will be invited to present their speeches as guests at a special dinner event, Scholars & Bench Night, on May 21, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. at The Oaks Club in Valencia, where the cash scholarships will be presented.

Charity Casino Night
2026-05-02 18:00 - 21:00 | Bella Vida, 27180 Golden Valley Road, Santa Clarita, CA, 91351, United States
Join us for an exciting evening of games, giving, and good times!
A portion of the proceeds from the evening will support the SCV Senior Center, a vital nonprofit organization dedicated to enriching the lives of older adults in our community. The Center offers a wide range of essential services, including home-delivered and on-site meals, transportation, health and wellness programs, educational classes, and social activities that promote independence, dignity, and connection.
Your support and participation will also help the Bar Association continue its role as a caring partner in the Santa Clarita Valley. Events like this, along with our annual Blood Drive, Toy Drive, and High School Speech Competition, reflect our commitment to giving back to the community we serve.
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Get ready to roll the dice and raise money for a great cause at our Charity Casino Night!
Guests willl enjoy:
🎰 Classic Casino Games
🍸 Drinks & Appetizers
🎟️ Raffle Prizes
🎷 Live music
❤️ A portion of the proceeds will benefit the SCV Senior Center and SCVBA Community Outreach events
Whether you’re a seasoned card shark or just in it for the fun, this night is all about coming together for a great cause while enjoying the thrill of Vegas-style entertainment, right here in Santa Clarita.
📍Bella Vida SCV Senior Center
📅 May 2, 2026 from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
👔 Cocktail or festive attire encouraged!
Tickets include casino chips, two raffle tickets, appetizers, and drinks. Additional raffle tickets will be available for purchase at the event.
Space is limited – reserve your spot today and help us make a difference!
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Additional event details:

21 and over
Free parking at venue
Check-in starts at 5:45 PM

Scholars & Bench Night
2026-05-21 18:00 - 20:30 | The Oaks Club, 26550 Heritage View Lane, Valencia, CA, 91355, United States
The top 3 presenters from our 13th Annual High School Speech Competition (being held on April 16th at Castaic High School) will be joining us at Scholars & Bench Night on May 21st, where they will share their speeches and be presented with their scholarship prizes.
Also joining us for this event will be Judges from the Los Angeles Superior Court
We hope you can join us for an evening at The Oaks Club!
Sponsorship Opportunities Available
