Activities
Theodore RooseveltŪ Public Speaking Competition
The Theodore Roosevelt® Public Speaking Contest is open to all students at Theodore Roosevelt Senior High School in Washington, DC. Students are challenged to develop, organize and communicate ideas relating to the life and career of President Theodore Roosevelt using critical thinking, independent research and proper speech.
PURPOSE:
The contest is designed to encourage students to develop public speaking skills, such as developing, organizing and communicating ideas; critical thinking; independent research; proper speech; and an understanding of the interrelationship of various disciplines. Public speaking skills enable students to enhance their academic potential and scholarship, and build confidence, self-reliance, social awareness and leadership ability, all of which will help them to achieve success in further education, business and professional pursuits.
RECOGNITION:
The contest offers the following incentives:
- Development of oral communications, research and interdisciplinary skills necessary for civic leadership, social awareness and success in business and professional endeavors.
- A better understanding of issues and events in local and national history.
- Cash prizes as follows: First Prize: $1,000; Second Prize: $500; Third Prize: $250.
- Theodore Roosevelt® Public Speaking Contest commemorative medals for all finalists.
- Certificates of Achievement for all participants.
JUDGING:
The finalists and winners will be selected by a panel of judges selected by the Capital Area Chapter of the Theodore Roosevelt Association. Criteria for judging the speeches include: quality of the speech presentation, student delivery qualities, and the level of the student's preparation. Accuracy of facts, demonstrated mastery of topic, effective communication of ideas, proper use of voice and articulation, and originality all are important. A copy of the judging worksheet is included in this announcement. The decisions of the judges are final. |
