The Ste. Genevieve High School Speaking Dragons have wrapped up a strong stretch of competition, closing out the regional preliminary rounds with several students advancing to the semi-finals and finals on Dec. 8.
Regional Semi-Finalists/Finalists
Sophia Jordan and Emily Merrifield – Duo Interpretation
Ashtyn Neel and Caroline Roth – Duo Interpretation
Emily Merrifield – Lincoln-Douglas Debate
Elcie Schweigert – Poetry Reading
Bella Perez – Poetry Reading
Charlotte Mooney – Poetry Reading
Lucy Hunsley – Prose Reading
Carter Hogenmiller – Prose Reading
Kyler Gugel – Radio Speaking
Josie Guilford – Storytelling
The team also performed well at the recent Clayton Invitational, earning several top placements:
Emily Merrifield – 4th place, Lincoln-Douglas Debate
Josie Guilford – 4th place, Storytelling
Caroline Roth and Ashtyn Neel – 6th place, Duo Interpretation
The Speaking Dragons will compete next at the regional finals and another major invitational in December. Best of luck to all students as they continue their season!