The Speech Olympics is a competition open to students of the European Schools in Luxembourg, years S1 to S7 inclusive. Individual pupils, guided by a mentor teacher, are encouraged to make a speech of their choice (i.e. Human Rights, Justice, Society, Economy, Education, Mental Health, Environment, Politics, Unity of Europe, etc.)

The speeches will be delivered during the grand finale at the Salle de Fêtes of the European School Luxembourg 1 and judged by subject experts. Prizes will be awarded for the most outstanding speeches. Juniors and Seniors will be judged separately.

The objective of Speech Olympics is to equip students from the European Schools of Luxembourg with essential oral communication skills, not only for academic achievement but also for personal growth.

By embracing the notion that public speaking is a skill to be cultivated rather than an inherent talent, SPEECH OLYMPICS aims to empower students with the tools and confidence needed to excel not only academically but also on their endeavors, both personal and professional.

Participants are required to submit a text of approximately 400 words summarizing the main themes of their speech. This preliminary version will serve as the foundation for further elaboration and refinement during the upcoming workshops.

Speeches will be categorized based on pupils’ year levels:

• Junior Speeches: S1 – S3
• Senior Speeches: S4 – S7

FOR PUPILS

WORKSHOPS: At your own School.

Grand finale, Salle de Fêtes, European School Luxembourg I.

Date: Monday, 16^th March.

Languages: L2 language (English, French or German).

Here are the rules:

1. No reading: Speeches must be delivered without reliance on notes.
2. Additionally, participants will be asked to sign a document granting permission during workshops, for various purposes such as inclusion of photos in a book and video recordings.
3. Speech delivery: Each speech may last a maximum of 5 minutes. Timing will be strictly enforced with a visible countdown.

Deadline for application:

October 30th, 2025.

Here’s an outline of the steps involved in the Speech Olympics:

Step 1: Workshops

Frequency: 1 weekly session lasting approximately 2 hours, held after school.

Duration: Spanning about 20 weeks.

Location: Conducted at your own school.

Activities: Participants will engage in training exercises, practice sessions, and refining their speeches.

Audience: Participants will present their speeches in front of:

• Each other for feedback and
• The teacher/coach in individual workshops.
• Prefinal in your Salle de Fêtes.

Start Date: Scheduled to commence during the second week of November.

Step 2: Grand Finale

Venue: Salle de Fêtes, European School Luxembourg 1.

Audience: Participants will deliver their speeches in front of esteemed personalities from Luxembourg.

Rehearsals: Prior to the main event, one rehearsal will be conducted at the Salle de Fêtes to ensure smooth execution.

The host school: The Senior Category winner will host the next Speech Olympics 2027.

ESSS2026 coordinators European School Luxembourg 1.
Mrs. Barbara Pastor
Mrs. Dimitra Papagianni
Mrs. Arlindë Rexhepi
mail: LIST-LUX-speecholympics@eursc.eu
Teams group : https://urlz.fr/r0m3