IPHSA Speakers’ Challenge

Public speaking builds confidence and enhances people’s ability to communicate clearly. It encourages critical thinking and logical organisation of ideas. These are valuable life skills, and for this reason, MLC School provides opportunities for students to participate in public speaking competitions. 

This year, two Year 6 students were selected to compete in the IPSHA Speakers’ Challenge. Zara Pandher and Remy Pereira travelled to Macarthur Anglican School and competed against 62 other students from across Sydney. Zoe Baker and Harlow Locke, from Year 5, also attended the competition to support the Year 6 girls and learn from the many highly accomplished speakers. While Remy and Zara were not successful in winning the competition, all the students commented on how valuable the day was in helping them learn new and vital skills that could be used in the future. Congratulations everyone for challenging yourselves and being open-minded about learning.

– Jan Falls
Teacher, Mind Challenges Coordinator

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