The 71st Hong Kong Schools Speech Festival

Let’s give all participants in the 71st Hong Kong Schools Speech Festival a round of applause! The lunchtime practices, after-school meetings, as well as the self-initiated extra rehearsals with their peers all contributed to the satisfactory performances in the competitions.

Apart from taking part in solo verse speaking, some new blood decided to challenge themselves in other categories, namely the prose reading and dramatic duologue. In prose reading, students had to analyze the text carefully and ‘read’ according to the characters and development of the plot. The dramatic duologue was even more challenging as students had to act out a selected scene in front of an audience. The chemistry and dynamic between the boys won them third place. On the other hand, although the girls did not place, they have been inspired to participate next year and will endeavour to use the skills and knowledge they learned this year in their future performances. What a wonderful experience for all of them!

Undoubtedly, joining the competition has not only broadened their horizons, but also created precious memories from their school life. See you again next year. You are always welcome to join these enthusiastic language learners!