Speech Team

Speech Team is a great opportunity for students who love public speaking. The High School tournaments are fun and competitive and the emphasis is on positive feedback leading to improved performance.

Time Commitment: Thursday afternoon practices are totally optional. We are available from 3:00 to 4:00 every Thursday to advise, edit, critique and encourage team members as they choose, refine, and practice their pieces.

Cost: There is a $25 fee for Speech Team which covers tournament costs and an end of the speech team season pizza lunch. Please make checks out to St. Mark School.

Tournaments: There are three tournaments. Students may compete in all three or in just one or two, depending on their schedules. The Blanchet tournament is on December 3 and will end by 4:30. The Seattle Prep tournament is usually the last weekend in January and lasts until 7 pm. The Eastside Catholic Tournament is generally the last weekend in February and ends by 4:30.

Eligibility: Any middle school student who is passing all of their classes is eligible. We ask that students come prepared to practice and work on their speeches.

Advisors: The Speech Team is overseen by Tami Martin and Mary Kay Snedden. We have several parents who come and offer help to our very large group. Please feel free to volunteer especially as we get closer to a tournament.

Questions? Call Tami Martin (206-412-6434) or Mary Kay (206-368-7812).