Speech & Rhetoric

Enabling Students to Master the Art of Verbal Communication

The Speech & Rhetoric Program provides students in grades 1-8 with a unique opportunity to develop mastery in speech and rhetoric through a comprehensive, real-world approach rooted in a biblical worldview. It provides learning within a meaningful, real-world context based on biblical worldview principles, fostering collaborative learning within the student community. This adaptable program can be efficiently implemented in schools of any size or grade level. For detailed information, please see below.

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Elementary Students
In-School Program

Voices of Tomorrow: Orator's Showcase

Elementary Students | In School Program

Voices of Tomorrow: Orator’s Showcase is an in-school program that helps schools lead grades 1-6 students in delivering grade-appropriate prepared pieces related to an annual topic. The Showcase is designed to nurture and enhance the public speaking skills of elementary students within a biblical worldview foundation. It's an engaging opportunity for students to express themselves, build confidence, and improve their communication abilities.

Elementary (ACSI members and non-members*): Purchase materials and resources to facilitate in-school programs.

Program Materials $250 Members/ $300 Non-Members

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Middle School Students
03/26/25 | Live Zoom Event

Voices in the Middle: Empowered to Inspire

Live Zoom Talk-Style Speech Challenge
03/26/25 | 11am ET

Voices in the Middle: Empowered to Inspire is an informative or persuasive talk-style speech Live Zoom challenge. Based on Timothy 4:12, this program is designed for middle school students to empower them to understand how their voices can influence people of all ages. The goal is to encourage students to use their voices through a biblical worldview to positively impact our culture for Christ. Throughout the program, students will delve into the power of communication, from traditional spoken word to modern digital platforms.

Program registration provides schools with comprehensive preparation materials, including the necessary tools, to support their students in preparing for this live Zoom competition.

Middle School (ACSI members only*): Participate in the Live Zoom Talk-Style Challenge. Registration includes materials and allows for two submissions.
* including global national, international, and U.S. schools

Program Materials and Two Students - $200
Additional Student Registrations - $15/student

Registration Closes 03/19/24

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