At this time of year, every year, the pupils selected for TY House Speeches are announced. This night is a favourite in the Columban calendar and is organised by the English department. It will take place on Sunday October 2nd in the BSR, starting at 8 p.m.
The idea is straightforward. Two TY members from each of the senior boarding houses will speak on a topic of their choice in front of the entire school. They are judged on various criteria by a panel of three judges (one judge is always last year's winner, in this case Neil Dalrymple). Speakers are strongly encouraged not to be too reliant on notes, which adds to the challenge. An individual winner is awarded as well as a winning house from the combined scores of its speakers. Usually the variety of topics covered in the evening is staggering - there really isn't a pattern but generally the entertainment levels are high!
Mr. Canning helps and cajoles the chosen few in their preparations and co-ordinates the whole evening. If any of the people listed below need assistance or guidance they can also consult with their TY mentor for advice. Parents, guests and visitors are welcome to attend on the night.
- Glen: S. Freney, O. Glenn-Craigie, S. Hillert
- Gwynn: H. Johnson, W. Wood, P. Dillenberger
- Stackallan: A. Bisgood, A. Chisholm, B. Dickerson
- Iona: C. Alvarez, D. Gernon, T. McCormick
- Hollypark: A. Herrero, J. Huggard, H. Peters
The five TY-ers in Beresford are co-ordinating the interval entertainment.
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