Over the past few weeks, our Year 6 students across the diocese have amazed us with their confidence, creativity, and courage in public speaking. From school-based competitions to cluster finals, the journey has been extraordinary—with 74 students proudly representing their schools throughout the finals.
This week, we gathered to celebrate the very best of these voices at the CSBB Year 6 Public Speaking Diocesan Final, where 12 outstanding finalists took to the stage. Each student demonstrated the power of words—whether through prepared speeches and impromptu responses.
Congratulations to all 12 finalists—what an incredible achievement. Each demonstrated outstanding skills and confidence in public speaking, and their efforts are truly to be celebrated.
Nivaan - Our Lady Help of Christians, Epping, Rain - St Brendan’s, Lake Munmorah, Anna - Sacred Heart, Mona Vale, Matisse - St Mary’s, Manly, Ilaria - St Martin’s, Davidson, Neville - St Gerard’s, Carlingford, James - Holy Cross, Kincumber Autumn - Our Lady of Dolours, Chatswood, Isabella - Mackillop, Warnervale, Jacob - St John the Baptist, Woy Woy, Amelia - Sacred Heart Pymble, Tilly - St Mary's. Manly
Congratulations to our three winners! Their clarity, creativity, and ability to engage an audience were truly commendable. The standard was so high that the tight competition made it a very difficult decision for the adjudicators.
Matisse - St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Manly
Autumn - Our Lady of Dolours Catholic School, Chatswood
Jacob - St John the Baptist Catholic School, Woy Woy
We extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who contributed to the success of this competition. To our dedicated teachers, thank you for nurturing students’ oral language and communication skills with care and expertise. To our school leaders and coordinators, your guidance, organisation, and unwavering commitment were instrumental in making this event a success. And to our families, we deeply appreciate your encouragement and support for these young speakers every step of the way.
Thank you to our three adjudicators - Danny Casey, Director of Schools, Frances Sullivan, Workstream Lead Student Achievement and Fiona Brown, Learning Partner Catechesis - for the difficult task of selecting winners from such a talented group!
This celebration reflects more than just a competition - it is about empowering young people to find their voice, share their ideas, and speak with confidence.
Congratulations once again to all who participated. We are so proud of our students at CSBB.