Viking Raider Extravaganza PuyallupThomas Jefferson Speech and

2027 — NSDA Campus, WA/US

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Open Impromptu

Event Description:

IMPROMPTU: Student will be given a choice of three topics distributed in round through the chat
feature. The student will choose a topic and have six minutes to prepare and speak on the chosen topic.
Time may be used in any manner the speaker chooses (example-2 minutes prep and 4 speaking or 4
minutes prep and 2 minutes speaking). Time: six minutes (6) maximum, with thirty seconds (30) grace.
Judges are required to provide time signals while students are preparing and while they are speaking.

We are all influenced by implicit bias, or the stereotypes that unconsciously affect our decisions. When judging, our implicit biases negatively impact students who are traditionally marginalized and disenfranchised. Before writing comments or making a decision, please take a moment to reflect on any biases that may impact your decision making process.

Please remember that the video quality of a student’s performance or speech may be impacted by lighting, internet, access to equipment, and other family members’ presence in the home. To ensure a more equitable experience for our participants, please be sure your decision-making process and comments are related only to the content and quality of the presentation or speech itself.