SPJST Hosts 2025 Showcase Youth Competition
Youth Throughout Texas Compete in Scholarship Program Offering $12,000
TEMPLE, Texas, July 23, 2025 – The 2025 SPJST State Youth Showcase will take place Saturday, July 26 at 9 a.m. in the Frank W. Mayborn Convention Center, 3303 North 3rd Street, Temple. This year’s theme is “Never Stop Exploring.” The public and media are encouraged to attend and celebrate youth excellence.
Events begin Friday evening with the delivery and closed judging of Creative Arts entries. These include handmade ornaments, woodworking, crafts, Lego builds, photography themed “Texas Waters,” and more.
Friday also features the Special Category Contest. The challenge is revealed on the spot. Past contests included storytelling, Play-Doh sculpture, and drawing. Winners receive recognition and a cash award.
Saturday’s competitions begin with the Talent and Royalty Contest. The Talent portion allows solo or group performances. The Royalty Contest is scheduled to begin at 1 p.m. and awards scholarships to the Mister and Miss, judged on speeches, interviews, and presence.
Youth from kindergarten to 12th grade as of the 2025-2026 school year may compete.
The public and press are invited to support the youth as they compete for awards promoting leadership and good citizenship. The awards range from 1st to 6th place.
While it is too late to compete this year, interested families can prepare for next year. Competitors must hold an SPJST life insurance or annuity policy. To learn more, contact SPJST Vice President of Sales and Marketing Delise Doherty at 254-773-1575.
Join us in celebrating youth achievement and good, friendly competition. At SPJST we “Never Stop Exploring.”
About SPJST
Founded in 1897, SPJST is a fraternal benefit society committed to enriching the lives of its members and strengthening communities through fellowship, service, and financial security. With a strong focus on education, volunteerism, and meaningful member engagement, SPJST offers life insurance and annuity products along with youth and adult programs across Texas. Learn more at www.spjst.org.