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Very Persuasive Seventh and Eighth Graders
The entire Middle School gathered in Ceres M. Horn Theatre on Friday, May 14, to hear the ten finalists in the annual seventh and eighth grade oratory program.
The students spent much of the spring writing their own two to four minute orations. Seventh graders wrote persuasive speeches with personal elements. Eighth graders wrote persuasive essays on global issues to be resolved by 2020. Each student was evaluated on their quality of writing and their poise and expression while speaking.
Scott S. '15 and Hannah P. '14 were masters of ceremonies as the ten finalists delivered a variety of messages on topics such as poverty, recycling, education, and taking risks.
This year's finalists included:
Seventh graders: Alyssa R., Robby B., Jenna M., Rebecca V., and Jake C.
Eighth graders: Angelo M., Lauren F., Emily W., and Joe D., and Liz F.