Jake's First UIL Competition

Impromptu Speaking Competitors with their coach, Principal Stewart

March 31st we competed in another UIL Competition. Hayley finished strong in all her areas of competition and for the first time, Jake was able to compete in the tournament. Jake has been involved with Impromptu Speaking, one of the same areas as Hayley. This is a class that is K-5th graders, the only area in the entire tournament that spans all the grades. Normally only the older kids get to go to the tournament, but Jake was selected this time as the only 1st grader to go all year.


Jake Mangum, Impromptu Speaking!

 Jake was super excited and loved the atmosphere and food at the tournament.

That's one big pickle!

Exploring the host school's playground

Jake did great in his group, scoring 3rd place in his preliminary round.  The topic he had to come up with a 3-5  minute impromptu speech was"Favorite Winter Sport".   Kinda a funny topic for a kid who has lived in Houston all his life.  It's a good thing Jake has an active imagination!  Jake spoke on Snow Ball Fights and building snow forts.  Because I am one of the coaches in a different area, I was able to get his scoring sheet after the competition.  The judge really liked his elaborate details and descriptions of what the ultimate snow ball fight would be like.

One of the things I love best about the UIL tournaments is the way the kids in the school get to know each other and cheer each other on, no matter what grade they are in.  

Fun with  friends before awards ceremony



1st Place Sweepstakes Winners!!

Fun memories as we left the competition and walked out into the 90 degree heat...wishing for a snow ball fight in March!