Voices of a Generation Public Speaking Competition
Last Friday, on August 22nd, students from various schools gathered at Swinburne University to take part in a public speaking competition. The event included schools such as Strathcona, Camberwell High School, Bialik College, and Scotch College, each presenting students eager to share their ideas.
The students representing our school, were Alyssa L (year 7) and Pasquale L (year 11). The competition was divided into two divisions: the junior division (years 7 to 9), where Alyssa spoke about female stereotypes online, and the senior division (years 10 to 12), where Pasquale discussed expanding access to justice by increasing funding for Victoria Legal Aid.
The judging panel included John Pesutto, Member of the Victorian Legislative Assembly; Luke Bell, Director of Advancement at Swinburne; Sophie Torney, Mayor of the City of Boroondara; and Ian Bentley, President of Rotary Hawthorn. The judges praised the high quality of the speeches from all the candidates. The experience was eye-opening, hearing from some of the best leaders in our community, and we enjoyed the event greatly.
Alyssa L (7S)
