Speak OUT ™
Authentic Expression
Who: Grades 4-12
Time: 1 hour
Class size is limited to 6 students
Skill Level: Confident Speaker
Focus: Our Speak OUT ™ small group coaching is focused on unlocking a speaker's full potential, passion, enthusiasm and authentic expression. Preparation for speakers who are ready to Speak OUT ™ through competitions, debates, presentations, events and more.
PSFT Speak OUT ™ Program transitions Speak UP ™ speakers to their next level of ability. At this level, skilled PSFT Coaches use their knowledge and experience to individualize coaching for their speakers based on their abilities and specific goals.
This program builds on a speaker's public speaking foundation and develops their speaking abilities even further. It aligns with the focus of Speak UP ™ coaching with an increase in difficulty and intensity to promote enhanced Public Speaking and Communication Skills. These are:
Persuasive Speaking II: A pre- debate structure that will also incorporate the use of argumentative and informational communication styles.
Story Telling II: Discovering how to brilliantly craft a story and learn the creative aspect of speaking. Incl. Oral interpretation, Dramatic interpretation, Poetry, Spoken word.
Fundamentals II- Refining a speaker's crucial skills in interpersonal and intrapersonal communication.
Think On Your Feet II- learning skills and tactics for situations that might put you under pressure. When faced with unexpected questions, you'll be ready to answer them.
Speakers in this program will refine skills and elevate their abilities to the next level to maximize speaking performance.
Upon successful completion of either module, speakers will receive a digital Certificate of Achievement verifying the hours of commitment and skill development completed. Speak OUT ™ students may also participate in in-person and/or virtual competitions and conferences.
All speakers will receive ongoing assessments measuring progress.
All sessions are recorded for reinforcement and feedback