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The DAV is a non-profit association which exists to promote debate. It
is the peak debating body in Victoria and runs large competitions for
adults and for schools across Victoria. It provides training and
resources for debaters, teachers and adjudicators.
Primary School Public Speaking Competition 2020
The competition aims to give young speakers the opportunity to put their ideas forward in front of an audience whilst expanding their knowledge of current affairs. Students will develop the “building blocks” of public presentation—confidence, clarity, and the development of arguments—which are very important skills both in and out of school.
The day will also include a training component. Trainers from the DAV, one of the largest debating and public speaking organisations in Australia, will help students develop and practise their skills.
The competition has expanded this year to include two preliminary rounds, North and South, which will culminate in a Grand Final evening in late November. The highest scoring students from each region will progress to the Grand Final.
Schools may register up to 2 representatives across the two year levels in each region.
Registration for this competition is not yet open.
NORTH REGION Registration for the North region is not yet open.
SOUTH REGION Registration for the South region is not yet open.
Where:Overnewton Anglican Community College, Keilor Campus
When:Wednesday 14th October, 10am-3pm
Who:Students in years 5 and 6
Format:Students will present one prepared speech (3-4 mins) and two impromptu speeches (1-2 mins)
Cost: $50 per student, limit of two students per school.
Where:Wesley College, Glen Waverley
When:Wednesday 28th October, 10am-3pm
Who: Students in years 5 and 6
Format: Students will present one prepared speech (3-4 mins) and two impromptu speeches (1-2 mins)
Cost: $50 per student, limit of two students per school.
Students must prepare a 3-4 minute speech on one of the following topics:
- Learning from history
- Real life superheroes
- Humanity's next adventure
This speech must be persuasive in nature.
Impromptu Speeches:
For each impromptu speech students will be given two topics to choose between. They will then have five minutes to prepare a 1-2 minute speech. The topics for the first round of impromptus will be variations on the prompt "My favourite [blank]". The topics for the second round of impromptus will be not be released until the preparation time begins.
The impromptu speeches may also be persuasive, but this is not required.
Please contact Isabella Leach at tda@dav.com.au for more details.