I was very involved in speech during high school at Great Falls and consider it some of the most formidable education I received.

I'm so enthused by these young people. They are some of the most brilliant, thoughtful people I've met. To be able to hone their skills is kind of a dream come true for me. It has been a very delightful experience.

These types of skills assist students in a number of different ways. They learn to present themselves in a persuasive manner and they also gain confidence that is needed in any walk of life. The learn how to publicly express themselves.

Jim earned this by working hard all year long. The school is so fortunate to have another state speech champion.

My view and the ACLU view on suppression of political speech in school is that the public schools have a pointed responsibility to prepare students to think critically and participate in our democracy,

Long story short ---- it is feasible, due to the current construction schedule, to open the school in January.