Wow! is the best way to sum up the New Castle County Public Speaking event held on Wednesday, November 28. The judges and audience were amazed at the awesome presentations. The speakers captivated and held the attention of the judges and audience with the content of their speeches. The presentations were superbly researched, splendidly written, and well rehearsed. Good luck to the champions who will be presenting at the Delaware State Fair, and kudos to the following participants:
Cloverbud Division
Evelyn Witte, Porter Gang Wee Willie Winkie
Beginner I Division
Champion: Alexis Wolff, St. Ann’s School 4-H Club Why Pigs Rule
Honorable Mention: Abby Cochrane, Porter Gang Dolphins
Beginner II Division
Champion: Liam Aber, Holy Angels 4-H Club Trash to Treasure
Honorable Mention: Sophia Tuschinski, St. Ann School 4-H Club Save the Turtles
Junior Division
Champion: Melanie Witte, Porter Gang Bullied! Me Too! How about You?
Senior Division
Champion: Therese Owens, Clover Quest The 4-H’s to Becoming a Good Feminist
Finally, thank you to the volunteers who served as judges Marian and Todd Harvey, Hannah White, and Bethany Killmon, as well as the 4-H volunteer who organizes the event, Sarah Berninger.