The simple, four-question ethical test of all that we say and do was developed in 1932 by Herbert J. Taylor, who became the 1954-55 Rotary International President. The questions are, "Is it the truth?"; "Is it fair to all concerned?"; "Will it build goodwill and better friendships?"; and "Will it be beneficial to all concerned?"
Taking first place in the contest was Dayana Rangel of Poteet High School. Nuvia Ramirez of North Mesquite High School took second place, and the third place winner was Kamoree Watson of Mesquite High School. The winners received prizes of $250, $150, and $100. Also participating in the local contest were Geraldo Martinez of John Horn High School, and Reagan Prewett of Vroonland Vanguard High School. The Rotary contest committee chair was Dr. Jennifer Hammett.
The local winner will now go on to compete in the Rotary District 5810 Four Way Test Speech Contest, contending for a top prize of $500. That will be held at the Dallas College Richland campus’s Sabine Hall on Saturday, April 11th.
The Mesquite Rotary Club was established in 1959, and meets at noon on Tuesdays at the MISD K. David Belt PDC. For more information on the group, visit their website at www.mesquitetxrotary.org.