2015 Baccalaureate Speech Competition Kathleen High School

2015 Baccalaureate Speech Competition Kathleen High School Instructions: KHS has a tradition of allowing 3 outstanding seniors to speak to their fellow graduates during the Baccalaureate ceremony. One senior shares memories from elementary, another shares about middle school, and a third shares about high school. The purpose of these speeches is to “relive” your 13 year career in education and connect with your classmates about the past, present and future. This year, we have decided to have a friendly competition to see who gets the privilege of speaking at Baccalaureate. To apply, simply complete the form below and return to Mr. Thacker by Wednesday, May 13th. Finalists will be selected from the returned applications. Each finalist will have to give his/her speech to a panel of judges at a scheduled time. The winners (one for each category – elementary, middle, and high school memories) will be a part of the Baccalaureate program on May 31st at Victory Church. Please complete the following: ID# ______________________________________________ First & Last Name ___________________________________ Circle the category you are applying for: Elementary Middle School High School List all the schools you have attended: Elementary: ____________________________________________________________ Middle: ________________________________________________________________ High: __________________________________________________________________ Evaluate yourself in the following areas on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the highest rating possible: Ability to 1 – Eh…. inspire others 2 – Not so much 3 – “So so” Public speaking ability Writing ability 1 – Eh…. 2 – Not so much 3 – “So so” 1 – Eh…. 2 – Not so much 3 – “So so” Comfort level 1 – Eh…. speaking in front of a large crowd Respect of 1 – Eh…. others 2 – Not so much 3 – “So so” 2 – Not so much 3 – “So so” Dependability 1 – Eh…. 2 – Not so much 3 – “So so” 4 – Confident 5 – I will knock them off their feet! 4 – Confident 5 – I will knock them off their feet! 4 – Confident 5 – I will knock them off their feet! 4 – Confident 5 – I will knock them off their feet! 4 – Confident 5 – I will knock them off their feet! 4 – Confident 5 – I will knock them off their feet! OVER for Page 2  Speech Write a 3‐5 minute speech that helps your classmates relive their elementary, middle, or high school years (only write to the category you selected on page 1). Remember, you will have to also present your speech to a panel of judges. Staple your typed speech to this application. Suggestions: come up with experiences that will connect with a wide range of people in the audience. Incorporate historical events, fads, trends, etc. that will help your classmates go back in time. Avoid being dark or depressing. This is a happy occasion so a winning speech will make the audience feel positive and may even spark some laughter.  Feel free to use additional paper, if necessary, but remember to keep the speech to under 5 minutes. Lastly, don’t make the speech all about your personal experiences because you are trying to help your classmates relive their schooling as well. Good luck! Parent/Student Agreement By signing below, the parent and student are agreeing to the following terms: 
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If selected, I agree to represent KHS with dignity and respect. I understand that Baccalaureate is an optional event. However, if I am selected to present my speech, I am committing to attending this event on May 31st. I will arrive to the event on time, at least 30 minutes prior to the start (3:30 PM, at the latest). I agree that I will write an original speech and will not plagiarize the work of others. Note: quoting others is acceptable as long as credit is given. I will practice and rehearse my speech and take pride in my work. As the parent/guardian of this student, I agree to allow them to participate in this competition and will ensure that the speech they submit is original. I also will ensure that they arrive to the event on time and prepared. Student Signature: ______________________________________________ Date: ____________________ Parent Signature: _______________________________________________ Date: ____________________ Applications with typed speeches are due to: Mr. Thacker by Wednesday, May 13th