Speaking Team spent half-
term in Calgary, Alberta at the
International Independent
Schools Public Speaking
Competition. This year's
team, a mix of experienced
public speakers and novices,
performed well, winning
ranks for all their events
against students from
Canada, England, the US,
Cyprus and India. Notably,
SGY1
Dramatic Interpretation,
and S10
After Dinner Speaking
event. Marcus also won the
award for the student who most embodied
the spirit of the competition--making
friends with students from every school
and country.
gories, ranging from Cross Examination
Debating to Impromptu Speaking,
Dramatic Interpretation and Radio
Newscast. Sometimes they competed
four times a day, said coach Christianna
Hiles. "Despite the long hours, tense
situations and fierce competition, our
students kept their spirits and attitudes
positive and shared that Saltus spirit of
friendship and camaraderie. This event
was a huge accomplishment for our
students and we are very proud."
Stefanie Pedro of the
English and Media
Studies Department.
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migration of humpback whales
inspired S8
Junior Visual Art Award.
Secondary Department Prizegiving.
It will now be hung permanently
at the School, along with S5
in 201112, identifies artworks
deemed worthy of awards by a panel
Headmaster; they are
then purchased, framed
and displayed at the
School for posterity.
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