Michaela and Sam with the Most Reverend Bernard Longley – Archbishop of Birmingham ( one of the judges of the competition) and Catenian Provincial President Jim Gillen.
Two students from Bishop Walsh Catholic School in Sutton Coldfield competed in the annual Catenian Provincial Public Speaking Competition held at Birmingham Newman University on 21st March. Competitors from catholic secondary schools from across the midlands took part. Each contestant was asked to select a subject from thirteen topics and deliver a four-minute speech on their chosen topic. Sutton Coldfield Catenian’s has been assisting Bishop Walsh School in preparing students for the competition. The two students from the school Sam Craggs and Michaela Ryan gave excellent presentations with Sam’s speech – There is no such thing as bad art and Michaela’s – The impact of climate change is the biggest world challenge today. Michaela’s presentation won her second place and a voucher for £75-00 with Sam although not placed being awarded a voucher for £20-00.
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