SOLDAN HIGH SCHOOL HOSTS NATIONAL FORENSIC LEAGUE TOURNAMENT

(St. Louis)—Soldan International Studies High School, where students and staff represent more than 30 countries, is hosting the National Forensic League Tournament from 8:00 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. tomorrow, Feb. 10, at the school located at 918 Union Blvd. School districts from the St. Louis region will compete in three rounds of competition.

The National Forensic League tournament provides high school students the opportunity to hone their debate and public speaking skills.

Harold Kumke, a 24-year teacher of St. Louis Public Schools, is the conference coordinator and Soldan’s speech coach. “Mr. Kumke has won regional, state and national teaching awards and has coached our students to National Forensic League tournaments,” said Alice Manus, assistant principal. “He is truly irreplaceable.”

Kumke enjoys teaching young people the value of being well versed and prepared to succeed in the world. “Quality speaking skills are so important for our students to master,” he said. “It helps prepare them for productive futures.”

Some of the participating districts include Pattonville, Clayton, Rockwood, and St. Charles. The top three students will be awarded with trophies at the conclusion of the tournament.

For more information, call Harold Kumke at 367-9222.