Student Council & Youth Leader Election Speech Workshop
Do you want to be a leader in your student council, club or youth group? In this 2-day workshop, learn how to (1) write a speech that highlights your talents, skills and experience and (2) deliver a powerful speech that earns winning votes.
Julie Connor, EdD
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4.9
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What's included
2 live meetings
1 hrs 40 mins in-class hoursAssignments
1 hour per week. DAY 1: Participants will prepare an election speech using an outline provided by the instructor. DAY 2: Participants will share their election speeches with their peers and fellow leaders.Progress Report
includedClass Experience
US Grade 8 - 11
Beginner - Advanced Level
Do you want to be a leader on your student council, youth leadership team, or club officer? In this workshop, you will learn how to craft a powerful speech that will inform and motivate your peers to vote for YOU to represent them as a leader. In DAY 1, learn how to write and organize your election speech using an outline. Your speech will include your qualities, talents, and commitment to serve your school, club, or organization as a leader. Discover how to use creative word choices and persuasion that will capture your audience's attention. In DAY 2, you will learn and practice public speaking skills (including gestures, eye contact, and vocal expression). You will have an opportunity to deliver your election speech and receive positive feedback that will boost your confidence. This workshop will be a valuable experience for aspiring student leaders, class officers, and anyone interested in honing their public speaking and leadership skills. By the end of the 2-day workshop, participants will possess the confidence and skills to deliver speeches that resonate with your audience and showcase your unique voice as a leader. John Quincy Adams, 6th president of the U.S., said, "“If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more, and become more, YOU are a leader.” Ask yourself, "Do my actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more? Am I a leader?" If your answer is YES, it's time to prepare your leadership election speech!
Learning Goals
Participants will prepare an election speech that showcases their unique talents, gifts, and leadership skills.Participants will learn specific speech writing and outlining skills.
Syllabus
Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created CurriculumStandards
Aligned with Common Core State Standards (CCSS)2 Lessons
over 2 WeeksLesson 1:
Write and Organize your Election Speech
* Craft a persuasive speech that will capture your audience's attention.
*Share your qualities, talents, and experience in ways that reflect your desire to be a leader at your school, club, or organization.
* Organize a speech into an outline with (1) an introduction, (2) specific reasons that explain why you are the best candidate, and (3) a strong conclusion that motivates your peers to vote for YOU! 50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Deliver Your Election Speech with Confidence
* Share your election speech with student leaders attending this workshop.
* Develop public speaking skills and tools that will strengthen the delivery of your speech.
* Receive positive speech feedback that will boost your public speaking confidence. 50 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Pre-Requisites
Participants in this class will learn how to (1) write and organize a strong speech and (2) practice delivering your speech to the class. Writing and speaking skills are an advantage but not required.
Supply List
Dr. Julie Connor will provide all of the resources for this class including a student council speech outline.
Language of Instruction
English (Level: A2)
Joined June, 2020
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357reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Teaching Certificates
Missouri Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Missouri Teaching Certificate in Secondary Education
3 Degrees
Doctoral Degree in Education from University of Missouri
Master's Degree in Education from University of Central Missouri
Bachelor's Degree in Education from University of Central Missouri
This election speech workshop was requested by Outschool students who specifically wanted a special workshop that would provide them with opportunities to write and deliver a student council or youth leadership speeches.
As a TED speaker, seasoned teacher, and teen leadership trainer, I empower youth with goal-setting strategies and peer leadership coaching. I have been a student council sponsor, youth group leader, and public speaking coach for more than 30 years. I equip teens and youth leadership teams with skills and tools to define their purpose, clarify their direction, and create powerful action plans with attainable goals.
* Doctorate in Education (Ed.D.) - Educational Leadership
* Education Specialist (Ed.S.) - Education Administration / Elementary & Secondary Ed.
* Master of Science in Education (M.S.) - Curriculum & Instruction
* Bachelor of Science in Education (B.S.) - Elementary Education (K-8)
Teacher Certification:
* Elementary Education (K-Gr. 8)
* Secondary English & Language Arts (Gr. 7-12)
* Secondary Speech & Theater (Gr. 7-12)
* Secondary Science Education (Gr. 7-12)
TESOL Certification (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages)
TEDxYouth@Louisburg Speaker
30+ years for traditional and online teaching experience in and outside of the U.S.
30+ years of experience as a speech coach
30+ years of experience as a speech & debate contest judge
Author of an award-winning personal goal-setting book, Dreams to Action Trailblazer's Guide
Visit www.DrJulieConnor.com for more information.Reviews
Live Group Course
$50
for 2 classes1x per week, 2 weeks
50 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-18
2-10 learners per class
