Fostering individual's artistic expression through the study of speech arts and drama

Frequently Asked Questions

What skills will my child gain?

  • CREATIVITY IN PROBLEM SOLVING
  • CONFIDENT SELF IMAGE
  • SELF DISCIPLINE
  • TEAM WORK
  • COMMUNICATION SKILLS
  • PUBLIC SPEAKING
  • IMPROVED READING AND WRITING SKILLS
  • ANALYTICAL SKILLS
  • SELF-EXPRESSION
  • ENHANCED CREATIVITY
What will my child learn?

  • POETRY AND PROSE DELIVERY AND ANALYSIS
  • ACTING: MONOLGUES, DUOLGUES AND IMPROVISATION
  • MIME MOVEMENT AND SENSORY AWARENESS
  • SPEECH: WRITING AND PRESENTING
  • STORYTELLING (CREATION AND PRESENTATION)
How will my child be taught?

  • INTERACTIVE THEATRE GAMES
  • CLASS DISCUSSION
  • GROUP AND INDIVIDUAL PRESENTATIONS
What resources will my child need?

  • NOTE BOOK AND 1 INCH THREE-RING BINDER
  • PENS, PENCILS AND COLOURFUL MARKERS
  • FLASH CARDS
Is there homework?

  • YES! We suggest a minimum amount of practice time per age group
Home PracticeLevel 1 & 2Level 3 & 4Level 5 & 6Teen
  15 mins 3 days a week 25 mins 2 days a week 35 mins 2 days a week 45 mins 2 days a week

Are there other costs?

  • Although not required, students who choose to participate in the Kiwanis Festival may do so at an additional cost paid directly to that organization.

Does my child have to participate in the Kiwanis Festival?

  • NO! Although the classes are structured to ensure students are adequately prepared for the festival, they are not required to participate.
What should my child wear?

  • Active wear. No clothing that may limit movement.

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