Welcome to the 2016 Tiger Speech Team!

2015 Tiger Speech Team

TST Coaching Staff

Assistants:

• Mary Surprenant

• Carol Purrington

• Heather Purrington

• Katie Jenson

• Bessie Skalicky

• Kassidy Tocco

• Matthew Rich

• Eukariah Tabaka

• Jacob Greathouse

• Deb Gau

• Andrea Olzog-Linville

• Kami Goblish

• Rob Purrington

• Cole Scheller

• Alex Taylor

• Ariel Smith

• Marissa Condon

A Competitive Speaking Activity

13 Different Categories Public Address

Interpretation

Competitive Opportunities

Regular Season Tournaments

Big South Conference Tournament

MSHSL 2AA Section Tournament

MSHSL State AA Tournament

Harvard University Tournament

National Tournaments (NSDA and NIETOC)

What is Speech?

“There’s nothing that prepares you better for work

and life, than high school Speech.”

Oprah Winfrey

“If I could pick one factor in selecting a student

who will excel in college, it would be participation

in high school Speech.”

John Sexton, President, NYU

How is Speech good for you?

TST teaches how to:

exude confidence

act professionally

compel an audience to listen

use criticism as feedback

perform under stress and pressure

think at high level

dress for success

win and lose with grace and class!

How is Speech good for you?

Our Mission:

To be a classy team committed to learning, having fun, and striving for excellence.

65 team members in 2016!

Why is TST special?

In 2013 Tiger Speech was ranked in top 5% of teams in the nation by the National Speech and Debate Association.

In 2012 Tiger Speech qualified 13 students for State – tying the school record set in 2010.

Tiger Speech has 25 State MSHSL Speech Champions since 1975 -- the 4th most in Minnesota.

Why is TST special?

Practice:

25-60 min per week w/ coach

More on your own time

Tournaments:

See green TST handbook for all dates and

locations.

What is the time commitment?

Page 3: Coaching Staff

Page 6 and 7: Practice Expectations

Page 7: Team Communication, Social Media

Page 11 and 12: Hotel and Bus Behavior Expectations

TST Handbook

Am I well“suited”

for Speech?

“To Do” Tips for the Gentlemen

SUITS:

• Choose a conservative style, dark colors: black, dark gray, charcoal, olive or navy (Avoid flashy or showy fabrics)

• Make sure your suit is altered to fit properly - sleeves should break just below your wrist

SHIRTS:

• Collars should be stiff but comfortable (too loose looks tacky; too tight, you'll feel like you're choking).

TIES:

• Colors should work back into your suit or work well with your shirt. Patterns should not be distracting or silly.

• Should end at belt line - no higher, no lower

SHOES:

• Basic black goes with everything.

• Make sure they are comfortable.

• Always make sure your shoes are polished and well maintained.

BELTS AND SOCKS:

• Your belt should match your shoes.

• Socks should match your shoes.

Men’s Suits

“To Do” Tips for the Ladies

JACKETS:

• Choose a conservative style jacket in a solid, basic color. Black always looks good.

SKIRTS:

• Buy the skirt that goes with the jacket, OR choose a skirt that matches the jacket.

• No short skirts!!! Skirts should be no higher than 1" above the knees.

BLOUSES:

• Use this as an opportunity to add a touch of color under your suit. (Remember that blouses are an inexpensive way to change the look of an outfit).

• Be sure the blouse is not too low cut. Be conservative.

SHOES:

• Stick with a medium (roughly 2") heel. Stay away from boots and flats.

• Black, navy, or dark colors that match your suit work best. No white or cream colored shoes.

• Closed toed shoes are a must! No toes should be showing!

• Avoid “strappy” shoes. Straps are distracting.

STOCKINGS:

• Always wear nylons, and keep lots of extras on hand. Nylons should either be “bare” or gray. No patterns.

JEWELRY:

• Keep jewelry choices conservative – it should compliment/accent your attire, not distract us.

• Earrings should not dangle.

• Necklaces should not distract. Conservative pearls are nice.

Women’s Suits

Women’s Suits

Women’s Shoes

No Yes!

Too

strappy!

Too

high!

Really

nice!

Personal Appearance “To Do’s”

• HAIR - Keep it out of your face!

Gentlemen: This may mean getting a hair cut

Ladies: Tie your hair back off your face NEATLY and TIGHTLY. Use bobby pins to keep your hair tight and always out of your face. This is the difference between looking ready to perform versus looking like you just got off the bus.

• FACE – Let us see your expressions

Gentlemen: Clean shaven.

Ladies: Just like if you were performing on TV or in a play, make-up should be worn, but keep colors and amount conservative.

Too

messy

“What NOT To Wear”

GENTLEMEN

Distracting neck ties

Light colored socks with a dark

suit

Un-shaven face

LADIES

Open-toed shoes

Low-cut blouse

Short skirts

Bold fingernail polish

Loose hair

BOTH

Clothes that are too tight OR too loose

Distracting jewelry

Hair in your eyes

TST Team Mission

To be a classy teamcommitted to having fun and

striving for excellence!

TST Booster Club

The purpose of the Tiger Speech Boosters shall be to develop and maintain an enthusiasm and interest in the various phases of the Speech Team of Marshall School District #413, and lend all possible support, both moral and financial, for the supplementation and implementation of the program.

2016 Treasurer: Dawn Wood

2016 Budget: ~ $18,800• Booster Dues/Coffee/Judging Fundraiser $4,000• Marshall Speech Spectacular: $14,000• MHS Jr. High Tournament: $800

2016 Expenses: $18,500

TST History Wall

TST Booster Club

2016 Committee Chairs:Fall Coffee Fundraiser: Sheila Tabaka Speech Spotlight, Friday, March 3: OpenBanquet: Bobbi Zeug, Sheila Tabaka

Marshall Speech Spectacular Jan 29-30:Scheduler: Chanda Bossuyt Judges’ Lounge: OpenSponsorship: Mike Rich and OpenTeam Packet Stuffing: Leanna GinocchioMHS Concessions: OpenSMSU Concessions: Jim Tabaka

• Help w/BBB Concessions on Jan 26 – sign-up tonight!

• Attend a Judge Training

•Saturday, Jan 9, 9am-11, MHS Media Center

Or

•Sunday, Jan 10, 4pm-6, MHS Media Center

• Help w/ the Marshall Speech Spectacular!

– January 29 and 30

– Booster Meeting: Thursday at 6:30-7:30

– Please turn in the yellow commitment sheet tonight

Parent Involvement Opportunities

Thank you for coming!