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Punjabi School Bothell proudly presents the Sikh Youth Symposium — a platform for our students to explore Sikh history, values, and heritage through public speaking.
Review the guidelines for your child's age group below. Understand the topic, time limit, and expectations before deciding to participate.
If your child would like to participate, complete the registration form. Please register early to help us finalize schedules, seating, and logistics.
Pay online using the Stripe link, or pay in person at the Help Desk with cash or check.
If payment is a barrier, the school will happily waive the cost and donate on the participant's behalf. No child will be turned away.
Visit the Help Desk in the lobby to pick up the assigned book if you prefer reading from a paper copy. Books are also available for download below.
Follow the guidelines for your age group and practice your speech at home every day. Consistent preparation builds confidence and helps deliver a polished presentation.
Show up on Saturday, March 7th at 10:00 AM at the Main Hall, Gurudwara Sahib and deliver your speech with confidence in front of the Sangat!
Review your age group's guidelines & materials below before registering.
Or pay at the Help Desk with cash or check.
Can't pay? We'll cover it for you!
Pick up your paper book at the Help Desk in the lobby.
Practice your speech at home every day following the guidelines.
March 7th, 10:00 AM — Main Hall, Gurudwara Sahib.
Time allotted: 5 minutes
Book: My Guru's Blessings Book 6
By: S. Daljeet Singh
Time allotted: 6 minutes
Book: The Warrior Princess 2
By: S. Harjit Singh
Time allotted: 7 minutes
Book: Teaching Sikh Heritage to The Youth
By: Dr. Gurbakhsh Singh
Time allotted: 8 minutes
Book: The Message of Gurbani – Anand
By: Dr. Gurbakhsh Singh
Theme-based presentation
Theme: Guru's View of a Just World
ਬੇਗਮਪੁਰਾ ਸਹਰ ਕੋ ਨਾਉ (Begumpura Sehar Ko Naon)
No book assigned
16 & 17 year old youth have the freedom to participate in either Group 4 or Group 5.
$25 per participant
Through the Symposium, participants learn about Sikh history and way of life, practice public speaking before a large gathering at the Gurudwara Sahib, and get an opportunity to represent talented Sikh youth at higher stages — helping prepare future leaders in the community.
Present your speech at our Punjabi School Bothell chapter in the Main Hall of Gurudwara Sahib, gaining confidence speaking before a large Sangat gathering.
Outstanding participants advance to represent our chapter at the zonal level, joining Sikh youth from other SYANA chapters across the region.
Top participants are invited to the annual SYANA International Symposium, representing talented Sikh youth alongside peers from across North America.
It's about deepening your connection to Sikh heritage, building public speaking skills, and preparing the next generation of community leaders.
Learn more at SYANA