On the evening of Friday 7th of December four pupils from Dunoon Primary took part in the final of the Speaker’s Club Competition in St John’s Church Hall, Dunoon. There were ten finalists in total representing local schools including Dunoon Primary, Kirn Primary, St Mun’s Primary and Strone Primary. Blair McColm of P7 in Dunoon Primary was first to deliver his speech on “The Truth about Rottweilers”.  Katie Cameron P6 of Dunoon Primary was next with her speech on “Dunoon Primary School Choir”.  Reece McIntyre P6 of Dunoon Primary was the 5th speaker of the evening with his speech on “Tigger”.

There was a short break and then Alan Mollins P6 of Dunoon Primary spoke about “Ancient Greek Gods”.  After all the finalists had presented their speeches to a very appreciative audience, refreshments were served while the three judges retired to another room to decide on the winners.  When the results were announced it became apparent that Dunoon Primary had done very well with Blair gaining 2nd place and Alan 3rd. All the finalists received a £15 Book Token and a certificate. Blair and Alan were awarded glass trophies in the shape of a star donated by Argyll and Bute Council.  It was a fantastic evening’s entertainment.  The children spoke confidently and clearly and made their supporters feel extremely proud!

Well Done to Blair, Alan, Reece and Katie.  A special thank you must go to Morgan Dick P7 who was the reserve speaker.  She prepared her speech on “How Technology has changed in a Lifetime” and came along on Friday evening to support the finalists from her school.

A large number of children in Dunoon Primary entered the competition and benefitted from the advice and support given by members of Dunoon Speaker’s Club when they visited the school.