Poway High School - Odyssey Yearbook (Poway, CA)

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Speech 8 Debate Meaningful . Expressions by Gretchen Beck nervous student shuffles hastily through a pile of three by five cards. Walking slowly to the podium the speaker clears his throat to begin. Fear and frustration were a part of the seventh period class. However a sense of learning as well as accomplishment filled the stu- dents minds. The members could ei- ther choose to be speakers or deba- tors on a particular subject which they investigated thoroughly. The re- search and practice sessions took place during the seventh period class time. Whereas the contests were held throughout San Diego County on weekends. Different types of speeches made up the curriculum. Expositories, which required a visual aid, and Oratories which described the par- ticular subject, were a few of the stu- dents favorites. lmpromptus were a type of speech experienced by all. But seemed at times to be difiicult. Impromptu 's really put you on the spot, but they help craft oneself into a better speaker, stated Monique Dalobs. The Debators learned the techniques of expressing an opinion, to where they could support and ar- gue it thoroughly. Amber Meshack concluded, This year we all have learned to express ourselves mean- ingfullyf' 62 Clubs Speech fr Debofe Danielle Pagnini and Tina Darby snicker at a fellow debator's comme C. Hu, l. Stahlut, L. Richardson, Mr. March, D. Max- M. Davisson, A. Bawman, T. Darby, W. Hrdlicka i well, D, Pagnini, M. Kendrick, T, Maxwell, S. Ken- drick s. ies? St. Onge, M. Standly, A. Brikholz, A. Meshack l Dodds Presenting an Qratory speech, demonstrates with hand gestures. Amber Mesh ack Mr. March gives a sigh of relief, as a student excellent speech. t

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1 Allen reads his short story with expression, while avid Taylor contemplates its meaning. Broader View German by Gretchen Beck ie Ghets? This typical Ger- man remark could be heard from friendly members practicing their foreign tongue. This year was the clubs first year with Frau Bahmani. The members that attended the meetings wanted to learn more about the culture of the German people. The club showed me how another nationality livesf' stated Todd Simpson. Topics anywhere from traditional beer drinking songs, sung in Haufbrauhauss to King Lud- wig 's castle were discussed. The club participated in many events with schools from around the North County area. For example the mem- bers attended a German camp, which consisted of a weekend where both the language and culture were enjoyed. A club that both taught a language and a culture benefited all who attended. Mrs. Bahmani con- cluded, l like to see my students both learn and enjoy themselves . Writers et's make the circle small- er. This phrase was a usual one heard at the Writers Anonymous meetings. The circle was the place where all learning, listening, and under- standing took place. Anyone that took their writing seriously, whether they were interested in it as a career, or for enjoyment could join. The club was also known as a sharing place. Members that had particular writings that they wanted others to hear would read them aloud. Gther mem- bers would then offer their opinions. lt gives you an insight and strength- ens your writing to make it betterf! stated Allison Ryal. Creativity also was a major part of the club. Many members felt that you have to look at the world with a pair of 'poets eyes, in order to become a good writer. Andy Bailey concluded, Writers Anonymous allows myself and other members to write freely in a way that we don 't have to worry aboutbeing graded, which makes us all better writers. X' H. Ke-rscher. T. Herrin. Frau Bahmani, A, Van der Schalie, L. Mancini, A. Lucas, A. SIIHIUS. M. Shell. P. 513565011 A. TFGCY, A. pydl. l. Allen, C. STGUQGD MF Barone A C. klclflfldd T, Gibson. P Grossman. l. Pendarvis, l. Hafedorn, l. Hoffman, B. Abramson, D. Taylor, C. Hatch, l. Smith, G. Beck, A. Bailey Bjwljy B. ,HRFE Germonfwrirers Clubs 63