Worcester Academy Students Participate in Dexter Prize Speaking Contest

From Worcester Academy:

Thirty-seven Worcester Academy students participated in the Dexter Prize Speaking Contest this year. The participants learned self-confidence and the ability to communicate clearly, two important characteristics for effective leadership and success. Student participants included eighth-grader Andrew Bird of Shrewsbury, seventh-grader Alec Zhu of Shrewsbury, seventh-grader Adam Zivny of Shrewsbury and high school senior Qiyuan Zheng of Shrewsbury.

The Dexter Prize Speaking Contest has a long and storied history at Worcester Academy and has flourished in recent years with support from an alumnus, Hervey Ross (1946). Dexter Prize participants speak for roughly five minutes to an audience of up to 500 students. The contest, held three times a year, includes cash prizes for the winners. 

Worcester Academy is an independent co-ed day and boarding school for grades 6 to 12 and postgraduates. Our urban setting, diverse community and innovative curriculum provide each student with unique opportunities for self-discovery, academic achievement and personal empowerment.

Further information is available through the Worcester Academy website.