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    The document provides guidelines for senior students submitting graduation speeches, including instructions on writing an outline, delivering a practice speech to a committee, timelines for submitting drafts and rehearsals, and evaluation criteria for speeches.

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    The document provides guidelines for senior students submitting graduation speeches, including instructions on writing an outline, delivering a practice speech to a committee, timelines for submitting drafts and rehearsals, and evaluation criteria for speeches.

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    SENIOR GRADUATION SPEECHES

    Class of 2011
    Length: Approximately 2 to 3 minutes

    Writing: Prepare white 5 X 8 note cards to utilize as you deliver your speech to the committee. Also,
    give a manuscript copy of your speech just prior to delivery.

    To Do:
    • On your manuscript, provide a title of your speech
    • Prepare an engaging introduction with a thesis that is stated in the last sentence of the
    introduction
    • Prepare a body with clear transitions and restatement of the thesis
    • Prepare a conclusion that offers appropriate closure

    To Consider:
    • Colorful and specific word choice
    • Artistic, ear-catching, clever use of language
    • Flow and rhythm
    • Melodious word and idea combinations
    • Appropriate questions, anecdotes, humor

    Delivery: Using your white 5 X 8 note cards, deliver to the committee the speech you plan to deliver
    graduation night 2010.

    To Consider:
    • Enunciation – word attack and word endings stated clearly
    • Pace – the rate of delivery
    • Projection – volume and strong voice
    • Enthusiasm – energy, dynamism
    • Eye Contact – know your material
    • Pauses for effect
    • Poise – posture, in-charge demeanor

    Speeches will be given starting at 3:30 on Thursday, April 28 in room 205. Please come prepared! If
    you have any questions, see Mrs. Edel in room 209 or Mr. Glover in room 507.

    If you are selected to be a graduation speaker, you will continue to meet with the committee to evaluate
    your previously-submitted manuscript. You will also receive numerous recommendations for improving
    your message. Please plan to also stay after graduation practices to rehearse your speech delivery with
    speech coaches.
    Timeline The committee will use the following timeline to assess your interest and
    your speaking talents.

    Receive information regarding graduation speech tryouts Wed. April 14- Tues, April 26, 2011
    Let the committee know of your serious intent Tuesday, April 26, 2011
    Be informed by the committee of your delivery date and time Wednesday, April 27, 2011
    Deliver your speech to the evaluation committee Thursday, April 28, 2011

    If you are selected to be a graduation speaker, expect the following to occur:


    1. To meet with the committee or a committee representative to evaluate your previously-submitted
    manuscript. At that time you will receive numerous recommendations for improving your
    message.

    2. To submit a revised draft of your speech by Wednesday, May 11, 2011

    3. To submit the final draft of your speech by Wednesday, May 18, 2011

    4. To meet with speech coaches to practice/polish your delivery.

    5. To stay after graduation practices to rehearse your speech delivery with speech coaches.

    Quick Checklist

    Arrived to appointment on time

    Provided a manuscript to the committee during appointment

    Used white 5X8 note cards to deliver

    Speech is audience centered, not student centered

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