Iowa Students Earn All-State Speech Recognition

Performers from across the state honored for excellence in speech and drama competitions.

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

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Several high school students from across Iowa have been awarded All-State recognition by the Iowa High School Speech Association for their outstanding performances in speech and drama competitions. The honored acts include one-act plays, group improvisation, solo mime, radio broadcasting, musical theater, short film, and reader's theater.

Why it matters

The Iowa High School Speech Association's All-State recognition is a prestigious honor that highlights the exceptional talents and hard work of student performers in the state. These awards showcase the vibrant speech and drama programs at high schools across Iowa and celebrate the students' dedication to the performing arts.

The details

The All-State recognized acts include a one-act play and group improvisation from Pella, a solo mime performance from Newton, radio broadcasting from Norwalk and Baxter, musical theater from Norwalk and Carlisle, a short film from Pleasantville, and a reader's theater piece from Southeast Warren.

  • The Iowa High School Speech Association announced the All-State honorees on February 10, 2026.

The players

Iowa High School Speech Association

The organization that oversees and recognizes excellence in high school speech and drama competitions across the state of Iowa.

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The takeaway

The All-State speech and drama awards highlight the impressive talents of Iowa's high school students and the strength of the state's performing arts programs. These honors showcase the students' hard work, creativity, and dedication to their crafts.