Leader Speech

This week the year 7's wrote a script about why we should be a leader. After a couple of days we were finally ready to present them. My speech is about what a leader is and what a leader needs to do and also adding what my background was like. I went for all 3 since I might not make one. The 3 roles that were available were head students, manaiakalani leaders and sports leaders. There were others that were before me so I was getting quite nervous. I was nervous at first but then felt confident that I would do well. After saying my speech I felt relieved that was over and I really enjoyed listening to the others saying their speeches. Below is the script that I wrote and the speech I said.

Head Girl, Manaiakalani or Sports Leader

I wonder how it feels to be a leader? I really want to find out the answer to this question so that is why I should represent our school as your Head Girl, Manaiakalani Leader or Sports Leader for 2020. I have the initiative and wisdom to know I will do well in this role. I believe a leader should be fair with everyone and should have the capability to motivate and influence others to do the right thing. There are many values that Leaders need to follow like ownership, responsibility, respect, leadership and many other values. Kia Ora, my name is Haylee and I know that I will be a great ambassador for 2020 and here are the reasons why.

Even though I haven’t been here that long, there isn’t a reason why I shouldn’t be a leader. Being a leader isn’t new to me since I have always been a role model to family and friends. My dad has also been a leader so I always look up to him, as he is the chief of my village. As the eldest sibling I have a role, and that is to be to a great big sister. My parents depend on me to be a role model. As a leader I will be supportive and will encourage others to keep going. I have taken on some leadership roles at my old school, so I have the confidence to step up to this challenge. I have gone into inter school events and represented my school in front of very large crowds and have participated in many events. I am very trustworthy and reliable, that's why I am a perfect candidate for any of the leadership roles. I’ve had my thoughts about becoming a leader of 2020 and have always been determined to reach my goal.

Leaders are responsible and determined. Being an ambassador would be amazing as I will look after the younger students and be a role model for them. I have helped younger children by helping them out in class and have looked after them while it is raining. I will be confident and participate in inter school competitions, as well as the summer learning journey. If there is a need for someone to represent the school I would be more than happy to volunteer. I am independent, I use my initiative and I cooperate with others well. You could even say collaborative is my middle name!

I may have been shy before but I have built up the courage to be social and speak in front of everyone. The leaders of 2019 did a great job, and I know I can step up to the challenge in 2020. I am an Agent of Change, so that’s why I hope to become one of the Leaders for our school. As the Head Girl, Manaiakalani Leader or Sports Leader I will act responsibly to show our students what our CARE values look like. Thank You.

Persuasive Speeches

Speech

Talofa Lava everyone, my name is Haylee and in my point of view we, New Zealanders have made the right choice to keep our flag that we fly today. When this event occurred it made me think about why they would change the national flag when the flag has a lot of history and meaning behind it. It made me so frustrated that people were moaning about not getting their vote counted. It was time that they should’ve realised that the flag has a lot of history and meaning so we can’t, and we shouldn’t throw the history of our flag away.

For over the last 100 years the flag has flown, the armed New Zealand forces have worked and fought hard with the flag on their arms and in their souls. Changing the flag would mean wasting millions of dollars and disrespecting those who have fought and risked their lives for the freedom we have today. 

$26 million dollars is a lot of money being spent on designs that never got chosen. Yes the designs took time and effort to make but this money could’ve been spent on other things that could’ve helped others or animals or even construct shelters for the homeless. If the money was spent wisely it could help keep all of us above the breadline.

If we didn’t have this election the money could’ve been spent on things that were in need. This election wouldn’t be needed because others need to know that the flag means a lot to people, and the people that have past, have died knowing that the flag that we fly today, will always be in their hearts. Imagine having to change a tradition that had lasted for over 100 years because others didn’t like how it was. To me the New Zealand flag is a reminder of my ancestors and the past.

Our national flag should never be taken away because a few people want a change. Our flag should stay the same because it’ll cost money for new things, and the money may be needed for other situations. There will always be a time where you want a little change but remember, you are not the only person in this world and others have different opinions. I hope you think twice about things and don’t rush straight to conclusion.

LI: To write a speech that persuades others to think the way you do.

This week we wrote persuasive speeches for the speech hall competition. For my topic I chose to write about the election that happened during the flag change a couple of years back. We had a few weeks to plan our speeches and communicated with each other to proof read and give feedback. We used OREO which stands for opinion, reasons, explanation, and opinion. While doing the speech we were to give the audience eye contact, show expression, to be confident and hook in our audience with persuasive language features. Some read aloud to the class and some read in groups. In groups we read our speeches together and gave marks to everybody and told them our feedback. I think I did well at speaking clear and loud and giving the audience eye contact times. I don't think I did well at showing expression so next time I should try doing that. We all voted for who should go into the speech hall competition and they had a chance to say there speeches in front of the class before the competition on Wednesday. On Wednesday we had a guest from Tamaki College, Mr Stevenson to judge the speeches. Everybody did great and I enjoyed listening to their speeches.