Heaney wins oratorical contest!
Congratulations to Aidan Heaney for her success in the American Legion Oratorical Competitions!
On December 9, Aidan placed first in the Allegany County competition allowing her to move on to represent her county in the 8th district on January 14. Again, Aidan took first place and moves on the represent the 8th district in the zone level competition on February 3. This competition includes students from Allegany, Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Erie, Genesee, Niagara, Orleans, Wyoming, Cayuga, Livingston, Monroe, Ontario, Seneca, Wayne, and Yates counties.
The competition consists of an 8-10 minute prepared, memorized speech on some aspect of the United States Constitution and the citizen's responsibility to uphold it. Additionally, there is an assigned topic. Students need to be prepared to give a 3-5 minute speech on one of four topics which is drawn at random at the competition. This is an outstanding accomplishment!