Recognition of Finalists and Winners of the 2008/2009 Hillsborough County 4-H Tropicana Public Speaking Contest (Elementary Education -Curriculum and Instruction Division)

We would like to recognize the finalists and winners of the 2008/2009 Hillsborough County 4-H Tropicana Public Speaking Contest.

The annual 4-H Tropicana Public Speaking Contest, a partnership between 4-H Tropicana, Inc. and the district provides students in grades 4 and 5 with the opportunity to participate in a public speaking contest that supports the district reading and writing expectations. Contest participants gather information, organize the material, write, and deliver their speeches at the school, area, and district levels. Participating students develop the ability to express ideas effectively with poise and confidence. The contest promotes high expectations for students in all participating schools. A list of the outstanding student finalists and winners is attached.

* Motivate students to become responsible learners, * Challenge and support all students with an appropriate curriculum

This agenda item is for recognition and has no financial impact on the district.