Sunday, 25 October 2015

2015 Sacred Heart Whole School Public Speaking Competition


All Sacred Heart students will be participating in the Whole School Public Speaking Competition in Term 4.

Years 3-6 students will choose from the below topics and prepare a 2-3 minute speech on one topics. All students should prepare their speech at home over weeks 4-5. Students will present speeches on Thursday and Friday of Week 5, and one finalist per class will be selected from these presentations to present at the Sacred Heart Mona Vale Public Speaking final in the Hall on Tuesday 10th November, 2015 from 9:00am. Finalists will also present a short (1 min) impromptu speech on the day.  Students will be given a small amount of practice time at school but the main preparation should be carried out at home.

Topics for this year's 3-6 speeches are as follows:

  • If you could meet anyone from the past, who would it be?
  • Native animals need our help.
  • You can't judge a book by its cover.
  • Refugees - everybody has a story.
  • The environment should be a top priority.
Rules
· No microphones will be used by speakers.
· No props to be used by speakers.
· Small palm cards are encouraged.
· Adjudication for speeches will be consistent with the Guidelines and the below Adjudicator’s Score Sheet.


Content








Began in an interesting manner.








Central theme evident and logical sequence developed.








Supported opinion with facts and examples.








Appropriate use of language.  








Strong ending, as close as possible to the time allowed.








Delivery








Visual: Stood straight and tall.
Good eye contact








Unobtrusive use of notes.
Gestures which assist in conveying a message.








Vocal: Clear and appropriate use of voice.
Varied expression.








Pace not too fast.








The ability to establish a rapport with the audience.








5 = outstanding   4 = very good   3 = good   2 = OK, but could improve   1= Needs practice in this area

Good luck to all our participants!

RELIGION MISSION ASSIGNMENT - DUE FRIDAY 6TH NOVEMBER

                                              RELIGION MISSION ASSIGNMENT
 
•    Choose one Catholic organisation that works with the marginalised in society (see list of websites below)
•    Explore how this group creates and renews the Kingdom of God

Include the following:

Criteria / Marks
1.    The name of your chosen organisation (heading)                                           /1
2.    The organisation’s logo (picture/symbol)                                                       /2
3.    The vision/mission/purpose statements written in your own words               /3
4.    A summary of the work this organisation does with marginalised people     /3
5.    How people can help or contribute to this organisation                                  /3
6.    Any additional relevant pictures, symbols etc                                                /3
7.    Final Reflection: How does the work of this organisation inspire you to share in creating and renewing the Kingdom of God?                                                                             /5
                                                                                                                   Total    /20

Organisations to choose from:
o    Catholic Mission http://www.catholicmission.org.au
o    Caritas http://www.caritas.org.au
o    Edmund Rice Organisation http://www.edmundrice.org/
o    Youth Off The Streets http://www.youthoffthestreets.com.au/
o    St Vincent De Paul http://www.vinnies.org.au/
o    Jesuit Mission http://www.jesuitmission.org.au/
o    Sisters of Charity http://www.sistersofcharity.org.au/
o    Good Samaritan Sisters http://www.goodsams.org.au/

As the focus of this assessment is to explore how these groups create and renew the Kingdom of God, begin with a phrase like “Catholic Mission shares in the work of creating and renewing the Kingdom of God”.

Please present your assignment on separate A4 paper – typed or neatly handwritten.


ASSIGNMENT DUE:    FRIDAY 6TH NOVEMBER