Events
SPEAK!
English Public Speaking Competition On Wednesday, March 5 , the Secondary English department The talented contestants gave speeches on topics ranging from th
held its 4th annual Speak! Public Speaking Competition, which is the importance of pets, to dangers of social media addiction, an event aimed at showcasing the English public speaking skills from Pluto’s status as a planet, to self-actualization, and from the of our students from grade six to grade eleven, as well as giving mental benefits of ant-keeping, to the personal effects of learning differences; the eclectic mix of topics kept the audience both students the opportunity and confidence to speak on stage. entertained and interested. All of the participants selected one of two categories, formal or informal, then wrote their own speeches on a topic of their choice. While there were eventually trophy winners, adjudicated by our The arduous path to the March 5th Final included two rounds of panel of five judges, each with their own expertise connected to auditions - first a video audition, then a live audition in front of public speaking, all of the competitors on the day who braved judges - before we were left with our eleven finalists consisting the stage - including our MCs - were the winners, having overcome any nerves to put on a memorable performance. Well done, of four from middle school, and seven from high school. everyone! Ben Weil - Head of MYP English
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