The second round of the Margaret Barclay Memorial Optimist Oratorical Contest featured four young speakers sharing personal stories on “How Optimism Has Guided Me Through Trying Times.” Speaker B, a Senior at CHS, won the contest and will advance to the next round. Thank you to our judges, committee members, and Mr. Roy Barclay for supporting this meaningful event.
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The first round of the Margaret Barclay Memorial Optimist Oratorical Contest featured two young speakers sharing personal stories on “How Optimism Has Guided Me Through Trying Times.” Speaker B, a Magsig student, won the contest and will advance to the next round. Thank you to our judges, committee members, and Mr. Roy Barclay for supporting this meaningful event.
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Since it was established in 1928, the Oratorical Contest has become the longest-running program sponsored by Optimist International. It is named in honor of former Optimist member Margaret Barclay.
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Since it was established in 1928, the Oratorical Contest has become the longest-running program sponsored by Optimist International. It is named in honor of former Optimist member Margaret Barclay.
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Since it was established in 1928, the Oratorical Contest has become the longest-running program sponsored by Optimist International. It is named in honor of former Optimist member Margaret Barclay.
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Since it was established in 1928, the Oratorical Contest has become the longest-running program sponsored by Optimist International. It is named in honor of former Optimist member Margaret Barclay.
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Since it was established in 1928, the Oratorical Contest has become the longest-running program sponsored by Optimists International. It is named in honor of former Optimist member Margaret Barclay.
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Public speaking is important. Seventy percent of people say it is an essential skill for success. The speakers today are sharing their perspectives on “Healing the World with Optimism.” The winner from each of the 2 days will represent Centerville Noon at the Zone 14 contest, which will be held on Zoom on Wednesday, March 9th, 2021.
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Since it was established in 1928, the Oratorical Contest has become the longest-running program sponsored by Optimist International. Our contest is named in honor of former Optimist member Margaret Barclay. She cared deeply about bringing out the best in kids and in living the Optimist Creed. She spent 40 years in public education and retired in 2000 as Principal at Magsig Middle School. While Margaret passed away in 2010, it is a pleasure to see her memory being recognized in this way.
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Day two of the Margaret Barclay Memorial Oratorical Contest was held on February 11th. Members were impressed with the poise and courage of the middle-school students who prepared speeches and spoke in front of nearly 100 members. Faith D., Jacob W., Julia O., and Kathryn M. presented their thoughts on the topic “Just iMagine a World without Boundaries.” The parents who came to support the students had the opportunity to learn about the great things the club does for the community.
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