Public Speaking for Grades 6-8 (2:00)

Course Name: Public Speaking for Grades 6-8
Grade Range: 6-8
Instructor: Lindsay Darienzo
Email: lindsay.darienzo@gmail.com
Price: $200 for 28 weeks
Course Description:  In this course, middle school students learn memory and delivery techniques as they write and present five speeches: self-introductory, narrative, expository, persuasive, and impromptu. Students evaluate recorded speeches in preparation for self-evaluation. This program empowers students to become competent and confident public speakers.
Course Prerequisites: none
Curriculum used by Instructor: IEW: Introduction to Public Speaking
Books & Supplies required for purchase by families: spiral notebook, pens and pencils, and Introduction to Public Speaking [Binder & Student Packet. The cost of the binder and student packet is $25 dollars if purchased from the IEW website.
Homework Requirements: approximately 1-1.5 hours per week
Duration: 28 weeks
Grading: pass/fail
Course Credit: n/a
Teacher Bio: Hello, I’m Lindsay Darienzo. I am currently a stay at home mom, who is homeschooling my 10th grader, 2nd grader, and preschooler. I have a bachelor of science degree in secondary education with majors in English and History. I have 5 years traditional classroom experience, and 2 years experience as a teacher in a hybrid homeschool academy in Florida. Additionally, I am finishing up my sixth year homeschooling. Time flies when you are having fun! This  will be my second year at Friendly Educators, and we have enjoyed being part of this community so much! My favorite part of teaching is the light bulb moment - when a student understands a concept (they may have previously struggled with), and you see their face light up in understanding. I have a passion for learning and reading (I love to read in my spare time, especially Historical Fiction). I look forward to helping your student become a confident public speaker. Being able to communicate effectively is such an important tool for life. 
Min/Max # of Students: 7/12
Method and Frequency of communication: Email communication to parents will be sent weekly. I will update you on what was covered in class that week as well as list the homework for the week.