In arguably the most difficult state contest in recent memory, the Interstate 35 speech team qualified four speakers to All-State held annually at the University of Northern Iowa. Judging for the competition was tougher than in the recent past. This was apparent by the lack of numbers making All-State this year. While there are usually a few different speakers in many categories, the numbers from the contest have been cut in half making it extra difficult to make the cut this year.
Speakers performing on Monday March 26 are Justin Pontier, Mariah Lewis, Andrew Morris, and Alex Bertrand.
Alex Bertrand put on possibly the best speech performance of his life to make the festival in reviewing. Andrew Morris, who is only in his second year of speech, made All-State in public address speaking. Justin Pontier had a tough day, but still got the nod for his senior campaign making it his fourth straight year. This year Justin will go in storytelling. Mariah will be performing for her third year at All-State with her after dinner speaking.
Speakers performing on Monday March 26 are Justin Pontier, Mariah Lewis, Andrew Morris, and Alex Bertrand.
Alex Bertrand put on possibly the best speech performance of his life to make the festival in reviewing. Andrew Morris, who is only in his second year of speech, made All-State in public address speaking. Justin Pontier had a tough day, but still got the nod for his senior campaign making it his fourth straight year. This year Justin will go in storytelling. Mariah will be performing for her third year at All-State with her after dinner speaking.
