Midlothian High School - Trojan Yearbook (Midlothian, VA)

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Confidence Key to Speaking Success alking in front of a group required self-assurance and poise. Mem- bers of the Debate and Forensics teams agreed that by participat- ing in their respective “sports” they gained valuable self confi- dence. They felt this confidence would give them an edge in future careers. Forensics participant Jill Cartwright felt the poise and per- suasive techniques she learned would aid her in the business world. Debater Jenn Reed ac- knowledged “that the analytical and speaking skills gained in de- bate will be a plus when I am a courtroom lawyer.” As its members learned valu- able skills, the Forensics team, coached by Mrs. Baugher, won honors. Susannah Sizemore and Wayne Blankenship took firsts in district competition; Leanne Gonzales and Cathy Corrie placed third in their respective areas. Chris Karluk, spelling champion, took first in districts and third in regionals. The debate team, in its first year, also faired well evidenced by their award for second place in the district. They gained exper- ience by participating in several area competitions. Their topic this year: ‘““The federal govern- ment should implement a com- prehensive program for U.S. citi- zens over 65 to guarantee retire- ment security.” Debate and forensics competi- tors not only had to speak but also had to do thorough research. De- bater Elizabeth Cartwright said, “T spent many Saturday after- noons at UR’s library.” Though these activities re- quired much time, work, and pa- tience, the participants felt they reaped valuable rewards from their efforts. | TREY STEWART PRACTICE SPEAKING | ATASLOWER PACE. Jennifer felt debate helped polish her analytical and speaking eke : DEBAT TEAM: Front Row: J. Wilson, M. J. Reed, S. Owens C. Hancock. L. Tsung, K. McDonald, B. - Singleton, D. Daniel, E. Cartw- FORENSICS DEBATE ACADEMICS | ; SOIT @

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he athletic year began with four of the five fall sports seizing District titles. The spirits of the athletes soared. This carried over to the coaches as well as to the parents. Spirit contributed to the victories of the winter sports teams. Every team brought Midlothian the Dominion District Titles. A few of the sports even took Regional Titles as well as their District Titles. Although no Midlothian team stood above the others, all of the teams had their own form of originality. From the pigtails, painted faces and boxers of the girls’ field hockey team to the jerseys and sunglasses of the foot- ball players; each team had its own way to get psyched for games, meets, or matches. By ex- pressing themselves off the field, the teams helped to improve their performances.