The Junior Speech Final was held this week. The finalists delivered their speeches to an enthusiastic and supportive audience. Thanks to our adjudicators: Mr Craig Borich (Deputy Headmaster), Ms Ellis Gilmer (Former St Paul’s College teacher) and Titus Toomata (Year 13). The speakers appreciated the feedback and positive comments from the adjudication team.

Also, thanks to Albert Balchin (Year 11) for introducing our finalists and leading the occasion. 

Finally, thanks to our young speakers. You were very impressive with your spirited delivery and dignified demeanour.

I would like to thank Headmaster Simento and the St Paul’s teachers who attended the event. Your support was appreciated by the speakers.

Congratulations to the finalists:

Year 9

• Mita Tate (1st Place)
• Diego Osikai (2nd Place)
• Benjamin Turner
• Paulo Lehapoto
• Leo Zigliani
• Hyrum Makata

Year 10

• Neil Fernandes (1st Place)
• Javan Jeyhan (2nd Place)
• Patrick Vea (3rd=)
• Kainen Fuimaono (3rd=)
• Orlando Malakai
• Matthew Blanch
• Daniel Easton

By Ms B Haybittle
HOD English Department