Speech & Rhetoric

The Speech & Rhetoric Program provides students with a unique opportunity to develop mastery in speech and rhetoric through a comprehensive, real-world approach rooted in a biblical worldview.  It provides learning within a meaningful, real-world context based on biblical worldview principles, fostering collaborative learning within the student community. This adaptable program can be efficiently implemented in schools of any size or grade level. 

Voices of Tomorrow: Orator's Showcase

Elementary Students | In School Program

Voices of Tomorrow: Orator’s Showcase is an in-school program that helps schools lead grades 1-6 students in delivering grade-appropriate prepared pieces related to an annual topic. The Showcase is designed to nurture and enhance the public speaking skills of elementary students within a biblical worldview foundation. It's an engaging opportunity for students to express themselves, build confidence, and improve their communication abilities. 

Voices of Tomorrow is available to both ACSI members and nonmembers. The program includes materials and resources to facilitate an in-school program.

Price: $250/$300 (ACSI Member/Non-ACSI Member)

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Voices in the Middle: Empowered to Inspire

Live Virtual Talk-Style Speech Challenge 
03/11/26 | 11 am (Eastern, Central, and Pacific options)

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Registration opens on September 2, 2025. 

Voices in the Middle: Empowered to Inspire is an informative or persuasive talk-style speech live virtual challenge. Based on Timothy 4:12, this program is designed for middle school students to empower them to understand how their voices can influence people of all ages. The goal is to encourage students to use their voices through a biblical worldview to positively impact our culture for Christ. Throughout the program, students will delve into the power of communication, from traditional spoken word to modern digital platforms.

Program registration provides schools with comprehensive preparation materials, including the necessary tools, to support their students in preparing for this live virtual competition.

Price: $200
Price includes materials and registration for two students. Additional students can be added during registration for an additional fee. This program is available to ACSI members only, including global national, international, and U.S. schools.