
THE Raymond Terrace Lions Club held their ninth annual Junior Public Speaking event on 21 August.

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Twelve students from four local primary schools – Grahamstown Public, Seaham Public, Raymond Terrace Public and St Brigid’s – took part in the informal competition.
“Parents and friends were thoroughly entertained by each child’s topic and speaking style,” said event coordinator Neil Goldthorpe.
“It was a very high standard of speeches from eight young students in Stage 2 (years 3 and 4) and four students from Stage 3 (years 5 and 6).”
Judges voted Harry Sharman as the Stage 2 winner, while Neve Redman topped the Stage 3 category.
Both took home a small trophy.
“It is such an important skill that develops confidence in speaking to public groups,” said Mr Goldthorpe.