Speech
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"Public speaking is the number one fear in America. Death is number two."--Big Fish PresentationsIf you LAUGH in the face of death (a.k.a. are interested in speech club)
Before Dec. 1
- View Speech Basics: benefits, responsibilities, cost, schedule & getting started
- Submit your entries for individual and/or large group(submit one entry per speech)
- Pay your entry fee: $20 for large group and/or $20 for individual
- Check calendar dates and talk to me about conflicts
- Choose a script or write a script - get okay from coach
- Read over requirements, rule book and rubric pertaining to speech category
- Begin practicing on your own
For additional information you can visit the Iowa High School Speech Association website:
http://www.ihssa.org/
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Speech Coach
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bcarrollbeckmancatholic.orgMath Teacher
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You can participate in up to 4 speech events2 large group events2 individual events
Here are the major questions that can determine the best speech choice (or challenge!) for you this year:
1. Group or Individual?2. Focus on action or voice?3. Material - find it, write it or make it up on the spot?4. Tone - creative or informative?These links allow you to explore these questions via flowcharts. Click the '+' or '-' button to expand the chart.You can also make a copy of this Category Info spreadsheet and sort according to your preferences.
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IHSSA Dates for 2022-2023
January 14, 2023 - Large Group Festival Meet @Bellevue
January 21, 2023 - Large Group Events Contest @ Cascade
February 4, 2023 - State Large Group Contest @Waterloo
February 20, 2023 - Individual Festival Meet @West Liberty
February 24, 2023 -Beckman Catholic Junior High Speech Meet @ Beckman Catholic
February 25, 2023 - District Individual Contest @ West Liberty
March 11, 2023 - State Individual Events Contest @ Starmont High School, Arlingon
March 27, 2023 - All-State Festival Individual Events @ UNI, Cedar FallsWeb Link for all Unified Dates for 2017-2024:
http://ighsau.org/calendar
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ACTING: a student will act out a scene from a play or a book. It can be serious or humorous. No make-up or props used. Length is up to 8 minutes long.
AFTER DINNER SPEAKING: a student will write an original humorous, informative, or inspirational speech aimed at a particular audience. Writing, delivery, and creativity are important. Length is up to 5 minutes long. The student will have a 50 word note card.
EXPOSITORY ADDRESS: a student will write and present an informative speech. Props and posters can be part of the presentation. Length is up to 6 minutes. The student will have a 50 word note card.
IMPROVISATIONAL ACTING: a student will draw 2 characters and a situation and uses these to create a story which he or she acts out. The student will have 5 minutes for prep time. Length is up to 5 minutes.
LITERARY PROGRAM: a student will read a combination of poetry and prose with a theme in mind (ie friendship, survival). Facial and vocal expression and development of theme are important. Length is up to 8 minutes long. The student will read from script
MUSICAL THEATRE: a student is asked to perform one song from a musical with a time limit of 5 minutes.
ORIGINAL ORATORY: a student writes and memorizes a persuasive speech. 50 words on a note card can be used. Length is up to 8 minutes long. The student will memorize.
POETRY: a student will read 1 or more poems, using both facial and vocal expression to interpret the material. Length is up to 6 minutes long. The student will read from script.
PROSE: a student will read 1 or more prose selections. Vocal and facial expressions are important, along with interpretation. Length is up to 8 minutes long.
PUBLIC ADDRESS: a student will select and memorize a speech once given by someone else, trying to communicate the author's ideas and feeling. 50 words of notes are allowed. Length is up to 8 minutes long. Student will memorize.
RADIO NEWS: a student will receive a packet at contest containing news, weather, sports, and commercial to edit and arrange into a 4-5 minute newscast. 30 minutes of prep time are given. Student delivers broadcast over a speaker system. Length 4 to 5 minutes long. Student will read from script.
REVIEW: a student will write a critical analysis over a book, movie, drama, music, concert, movie made for TV or any combination. Comments on theme, style, characters, staging, author and director may be included. 50 words of notes are allowed. Length is up to 8 minutes long. Student must memorize.
SPONTANEOUS SPEAKING: a student will draw a contemporary issue at contest and has 3 minutes to prepare a speech. Research of many topics prior to contest is necessary. Length is up to 5 minutes. Notes are taken during prep time allowed.
STORYTELLING: a student tells a story in their own words using actions and character voices, along with facial and vocal expressions. Length is up to 5 minutes long. Student memorizes.
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CHORAL READING: a collection of material with group and solo lines. Possibly some singing and acting. Facial expressions, vocal blend and interpretation are important. 3 to 15 members, length is up to 15 minutes long. Members will read from script.
ENSEMBLE ACTING: 2 to 5 members act out a scene(s) from a play or book. Only chairs and a table for props, no make-up. Length is 15 minutes long. Members must memorize.
GROUP IMPROVISATION: 2 to 5 members are given a situation to use when making up a story and acting it out. 2 minutes is given for preparation time. Creativity, team work, and character development is important. Length 3 to 5 minutes long. Members need imagination.
GROUP MIME: 2 to 5 members act out a situation or story with their bodies, no talking allowed. Length up to 7 minutes.
SOLO MIME: 1 member acts out a story or situation with their body and facial expressions. Length up to 5 minutes.
MUSICAL THEATER: 2 to 6 members will combine their acting and singing skills in 10 minutes. Performance is usually a scene from a musical and dance may be involved. Members must memorize their part.
ONE ACT PLAY: 1 or more members will perform a play on the stage. Costumes make-up, props, etc. are all used. Length up 35 minutes long. Members will have to memorize their part.
READER'S THEATER: 2 to 15 members will perform a play or prose reading. No make-up or props used. Interpretation is key, along with facial and vocal expressions. Length is up to 25 minutes long. Members will read from a script.
TV NEWS: any number of students gather information for a news broadcast. The broadcast will include national, international, and local news, weather, and sports. A special feature will be written by the team, along with a commercial. The performance is videotaped and then will be judged. Length is 12 to 15 minutes long.
RADIO BROADCASTING: 2 or more students gather information for a news broadcast. The broadcast will include national, international, and local news, weather, and sports. A special feature will be written by the team, along with a commercial. The performance is recorded and then judged. Length is 5 to 6 minutes long.
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