Rostrum Voice of Youth 2026 Success
This year, seven talented students from Years 9鈥�11 represented us at the annual Rostrum Voice of Youth public speaking competition. Competitors were required to deliver both a polished prepared speech and a short-notice speech following only a brief preparation period. The competition tests not only students鈥� speaking abilities but also their capacity to think under pressure. The standard is exceptionally high, with students from schools across the state presenting well-researched, original and persuasive speeches.
This year鈥檚 event attracted 160 entrants from more than 30 schools across the Northern Territory, regional South Australia and metropolitan Adelaide. Four Concordia students earned places in the semifinals. Reaching the semifinals is a significant achievement, as contestants must first outperform many talented speakers in their heats, where only a small number progress. The competition demands confidence, creativity, strong communication skills and countless hours of preparation, making a place in the semifinals a testament to each student鈥檚 dedication, resilience and public speaking talent.
Congratulations to Maeve (9LBON), Eva (10NSHR), Sophia (10LTRA) and Keziah (11NMCG) on your incredible efforts. We are thrilled that Keziah has earned a place in the SA/NT Senior Zone Final. Keziah is one of four senior students who will compete in the House of Assembly, Parliament House at the end of June.
CARE@CC (91制片 of Advocates for Respect and Empathy)
We鈥檝e been fortunate to hear from several fascinating speakers in recent weeks as part of CARE@CC鈥攐ur 91制片 of Advocates for Respect and Empathy. This group, made up of students from Years 9 to 12, brings together those with an interest in health-related careers and a passion for understanding the experiences of others.
We recently welcomed a leading cancer researcher who has built an internationally recognised program focused on understanding and treating prostate cancer, particularly therapy-resistant forms of the disease. His work has earned major national and international awards and funding, while contributing to the development of new therapies that aim to improve survival and quality of life for cancer patients. We also heard from an inspiring GP with extensive experience in COVID-19, Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS) and other complex chronic health conditions. Each speaker has offered our students a deeper understanding of resilience, compassion, and the many pathways within health and care. Their stories leave a lasting impact on our students.聽
Emma Rieger
Enrichment and Extended Learning
