WE THE PEOPLE Talks Starting 2012

Today is a special day to remind you of the We the People
public speaking talks we have announced to add to
the Talk contests offered by Speaking American.
Starting in 2012, students in Grade 6 across
Massachusetts will have the opportunity to present
a 2-Minute Talk on some aspect of We the People--
the first words that introduce the highest law in the
USA, that is, the US Constitution.
September 11th is a day that reminds us of our history,
challenges, vulnerabilities, strengths and possibilities
as a nation. For youngsters, learning the "basics"
of our goals as a nation and what makes the USA
unique among other democracies in the world, is essential
to achieve those possibilities. Schools across the nation
will be observing US Constitution Week this month.
During this time, kids have a chance to learn a "basic"
that they can "dig into" as in "hey, this is important!"
Speaking American offers students in Grade 6 to do
some public speaking about some aspect of the US
Constitution that they know and want to share by means
of a 2-Minute Talk before a live audience. Watch for
our upcoming We the People contest posts. Yes, there are
prizes awarded at the Finals held in Boston.
"Are you guys ready? OK. Let's roll!"