CSDA Public Speaking Competition
We are thrilled to share the outstanding achievements of our talented students who have been participating in the CSDA Public Speaking Competition. The remarkable and eloquent speeches highlighted students and their articulate expression of ideas on important issues.
The 2024 Public Speaking topics:
- Starting over
- Turmoil
- Strong and constant
- Stop, listen…
- Is it worth it?
Students have embraced these topics with passion and dedication, each delving into pressing societal issues with profound insight and personal reflection. Whether unpacking problems associated with perfectionism, examining the pervasive influence of social media, or realising the importance of gratitude – many of these speeches highlighted reminders of challenges, complexities and moments of appreciation in shaping our lives.
Public Speaking Round 1 began at St Patrick’s Sutherland on 1 March, resulting in 4 out of the 12 students at the College being selected for the Zone Finals at Aquinas, Menai on 8 March. We are very fortunate to announce that 3 of our students (Laura Mogan, Yvonne Pearce and Ava Burns Bonnici) are making their way to the Grand Finals this evening, 15 March, at Our Lady of Mercy College Parramatta. The selected students for the Grand Finals are one in 12 students chosen across all Sydney Catholic Schools participating in the CSDA Public Speaking Competition. A fantastic achievement!
We extend our heartfelt congratulations to all public speaking participants this year and commend them for their courage and commitment in sharing their voices with the world.
Public Speaking participants (2024): Tiana Vitale, Sarah Shidiak, Laura Mogan, Mariah Skarmoutsos, Yvonne Pearce, Rosslyn Chan, Aya Elachi, Ava Burns Bonnici, Lilyana Mitrevska, Alexia Giannakis, Amelia Waters, Harikleia Kizi
Stefanie Chan
