Veritas Student Shine in Annual Speech Meet
On March 4th and 5th, students at Veritas participated in the annual Speech Meet. Kindergarten through 8th-grade students prepared individual speeches in various styles and covered a wide range of topics. Each speech had to be memorized and presented before a panel of judges, who awarded points and determined first, second, and third-place winners for each grade level. The content, length, and complexity of the speeches varied by grade. While Kindergarteners memorized short excerpts, 7th and 8th graders were required to write and present original speeches, which could be several pages long. First-place winners from each class were invited to present their speeches at the Night Under the Stars event on March 7.
Beyond fostering language skills and memorization, the Speech Meet helps students develop confidence in public speaking. Classical Christian education places a strong emphasis on communication skills, including logic, debate, and persuasive argumentation—areas that many adults feel were underdeveloped in their own education. The Speech Meet introduces students to these essential skills from a young age, preparing them for future academic and professional success.
2024–2025 Veritas Speech Meet Results:
Kindergarten:
1st: Dante Garcia
2nd: Anders Schilling
3rd: Grayson Cordova
1st Grade:
1st: Audrey Schilling
2nd: Brighton deBraga
3rd: Harlow Felloney
2nd Grade:
1st: Aaron Ernst
2nd: Brayden Wiberg
3rd: Bristol Brodersen
3rd/4th Grade:
1st: Clara Ernst
2nd: Mercedes Martinez
3rd: Brantley Wiberg
5th/6th Grade:
1st: Liam Buller
2nd: Vincent Lewellen
3rd: Madeleine LaValley
7th/8th Grade:
1st: Jonathan Oranebo
2nd: Faith Oranebo
3rd: Sonora McInturff
Congratulations to all participants for their hard work and dedication!
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