This course counts toward graduation as general electives, but NOT as fulfillment of the four-year English graduation requirement.

Grade 10-12. One semester.

This course develops essential oral communication skills introduced previously in the language arts experience. Individual speeches, such as children’s stories, prose reading, award acceptance, impromptu speaking, radio speaking, and original essays are performed in this semester program. Special attention is given to acquiring poise, confidence, and dignity as a speaker.