Parents of Large Group Speech Students:
Thank you for encouraging your child to participate in speech contest. This activity is a wonderful opportunity for our students to improve their communication skills. To make your day and your child’s day go smoothly, please read the information below:
1. The contest is Saturday, February 4 at Le Mars High School. It is an all day event.
2. The contest is open to the public with a $3 admission charge for spectators.
3. The times are approximate, so just in case the performance center is running ahead, make sure you show up early, at least 30 minutes to one hour in advance.
**Remember to be courteous and quiet in the halls.
4. The Iowa High School Speech Association does not allow any flash photography or videotaping during the performances. You will have to contact the office ahead of time to get written permission for photography or videotaping.
5. School identity in the performance center is supposed to be anonymous, so please do not wear school apparel.
6. If your child is going to ride home with you, there will be a sign-out sheet at the team camp. If your student will be riding home with someone else, I will need a note. Your child may not drive to or from the contest and may not ride to or from the contest with another minor. These requirements are in accordance with school policy.
7. Please help us to make sure your child arrives on time this Saturday morning. The suburban leaves promptly at 8:30 a.m. from Lake City. We will return in the afternoon approximately 2:00 p.m.
8. Spectators: Parking is available in the north high school lot, in front of both schools, and in limited access along Callahan Drive at the south end of the middle school. Spectators may enter at High School Entrance A or Middle School Entrance A only. (We know it's a little confusing, but each entrance is at the front of its respective school on 3rd Avenue.) Please do not open locked entrances to let people in.
9. VERY COOL State Speech t-shirts and sweatshirts, similar to All-State shirts, will be for sale in the HS lobby!
10. If you have any questions, feel free to call: Marleta Smith (515) 370-0379. The high school phone number is 464-7211.