93 92 The Chronicle 2021 Centenary Edition Public Speaking Societies 2021 certainly was a year of attempts to get back to normal and it is so encouraging that both the Speakers’ and Inner Circles were able to host some events this year. We held a combined dinner with both societies in Term 2, which was a wonderful opportunity for the newer members of the Speakers’ Circle to be shown the ropes by the seniors and to witness excellence in public speaking. The much-anticipated Inter-house Public Speaking competition was the third term’s focus, with Pembroke House emerging victorious. The competition was of an exceptionally high standard and each participant contributed to the success of their House. In Term 4, The Inner Circle members hosted their parents at a formal dinner and prize-giving that offered a fond farewell to the Grade 12 members. Speeches revolved around the theme of enjoying what has happened, rather than feeling sad that it is over. The Matrics were taken on a walk down memory lane and acknowledged for the legacy they have established. Trophies for the best speeches in the following categories were awarded to: Trophy for the best Object Speech: Lwandle Ngema and Kudzai Kamwendo Trophy for the best Icebreaker Speech: Ethan Glenny and John Eastes Trophy for the best Impromptu Speech: Toka Kgomo Trophy for the best Introduction of a Speaker: Javhar Naidoo and Josh Owen Trophy for the best Prepared Speech: Javashkaar Naidoo Trophy for the best Vote of Thanks: Bongumenzi Zungu Trophy for Excellence in Public Speaking: Ben Oellermann The Speakers’ Circle hosted the Grade 10 parents as we bade farewell to the Grade 10 members of the Society. Speeches were based on taking that all-important first step, which was fitting as these boys become seniors of the College. Trophies for the best speeches in the following categories were awarded to: Trophy for the best Object Speech: Patrick Rocher and Jasper Bruno Trophy for the best Icebreaker Speech: Matthew Lamplough Trophy for the best Impromptu Speech: Rehan Khan Trophy for the best Introduction of a Speaker: Pranav Sewsunker Trophy for the best Prepared Speech: Seth Abrahams Trophy for the best Vote of Thanks: Ryan Denekamp Trophy for Excellence in Public Speaking: Simthembile Mkhize and Liam Jansen van Rensburg Trophy for the Most Improved Speaker: Brandon McCrae I would like to extend my thanks to our Societies’ most capable Chairmen, Ben Oellermann and Sheyn le Roux, for being exemplary in their of running the formal dinners and adding a great deal of wit and good company to the evenings. It was a pleasure working with such confident and capable young men who set an excellent example for each Society. Our caterers Empact and Ms Karen Seals astounded us with the most delicious food and décor at each event. Thanks go to Mrs Sharon Mohan for the refreshments and bar service. I am also extremely grateful to the staff members who attend our dinners and act as adjudicators. The members and I value your encouragement and support. Each speaker in these Societies holds a special place in my heart – for his dedication, enthusiasm, determination, motivation and bravery. I am extremely proud to be associated with these prestigious Societies and it makes my heart soar whenever a speaker approaches the lectern, so that I can witness how the topic has been interpreted and the mature insight offered. Thank you for being honest and vulnerable and for being able to reflect on these trying times with rawness and, most importantly, positivity. Ms Natalie Arndt Teacher in Charge SPECIAL AWARDS Colours for Public Speaking: Ben Oellermann and Nicholas Kidd Half-Colours for Public Speaking: Daniel de Beere, Joshua van der Merwe and Tyler Gray Back row (L-R): Seth Vallance, Taylin Govender 3rd row: Joshua Maskell, Rhys Calenborne, John Eastes, Joshua Owen, Kudzai Kamwendo, Javhar Naidoo 2nd row: Rahul Paul, Javashkaar Naidoo, Aryan Sewsunker, Toka Kgomo, Bongumenzi Zungu, Ethan Glenny, Lwandle Ngema Seated: Joshua van der Merwe, Tyler Gray, Ben Oellermann, Ms Natalie Arndt, Daniel Beere, Nicholas Kidd INNER CIRCLE Back row (L-R) Elihle Hadebe, Liam Jansen Van Rensburg, Connor McIntyre, Ryan Denekamp, Daniel Bothma, Patrick Rocher, 3rd row: Michael de Beer, Finn Calenborne, Otsile Ntsele, Keagan Gevers, Jordan Boyd, Sethu Magubane 2nd row: Mandisi Mseleku, Matthew Lamplough, Liam Calenborne, Brandon McCrae, Ethan Groom, Jasper Bruno, Pranav Sewsunker, Kyle Berry Seated: Seth Abrahams, Sange Mdunyelwa, Sheyn Le Roux, Ms Natalie Arndt, Simthembile Mkhize, Guy Roberts, Dylan Wiggett Absent - Ryan Browning SPEAKERS’ CIRCLE
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