Year 7 kicked off the event with the Tell-a-Tale Storytelling Competition, charming the audience with imaginative and expressive tales. Year 8 followed with the News Casting Challenge, where students became news anchors, impressing everyone with news reporting skills.
The excitement continued with Years 9 and 10 in the Battle of Words Jeopardy Challenge, a fast-paced quiz that tested their wit and knowledge. Year 9 and 10 students also took part in the Video Podcast Competition, where they reviewed books and films, offering thoughtful insights into popular stories while developing their critical thinking and media skills. Meanwhile, in the Dub-the-Scene competition, students put their own spin on iconic movie scenes, bringing them to life with their unique voices and creative flair. They also delivered inspiring speeches in the I Have a Dream Speech Competition,
For Year 11 English Literature students, the week featured the Dramatic Monologue competition and the Video Podcast Competition, both showcasing their talent for interpreting and presenting ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’ .The Video Podcast Competition challenged them to dive deep into the minds of Shakespeare’s characters, to reveal the complexities and nuances of his timeless tales.
Words Worth Week 2024 celebrated both the richness of English language and literature while embracing the latest technology and digital skills, preparing students for a future where creativity and communication are key.
