Poetry Out Loud 2015
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Academy of the Holy Names has been holding the Poetry Out Loud competitions for 6 years. Poetry Out Loud is designed to help students overcome stage fright, improve public speaking skills, help with self-confidence, and at the same time learn about poetry. Poetry Out Loud was a great success this year with Paola Farrah, senior, winning first place and moving on to the state championship. Congratulations Paola!
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Paola Farrah shares her thoughts and feelings with us about Poetry Out Loud.
On a scale of 1-10 how scared were you?
Like a 3 or 4. My hands were shaking before hand .
How many times did you practice?
i practiced for three days at least an hour to hour and half
Did you practice in front of a mirror?
I practice while pacing back and forward and looking at a fixed point .
How long did it take you to memorize your poem?
About two hours
Why should you take the event seriously?
I personally enjoy poetry and believe it is another creative outlet for self expression.
Why are you excited or are you not?
I’m pretty pumped! I planned to have my face on sticks!
Freshmen, Gabrielle Galvez shares her thoughts and feelings with us about Poetry Out Loud.
On a scale of 1-10 how scared were you?
6
How many times did you practice? A few times almost everyday
A few times almost everyday.
Did you practice in front of a mirror?
Yes!
How long did it take you to memorize your poem?
2 days
Are you a big fan of poetry?
Somewhat.
What tips would you give the other girls for the next few years on doing poetry?
“Try to have fun with it!”
![Gabrielle Galvez 4th place, Valerie Ely 3rd place, Paola Farrah 1st place.](https://www.achonaonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/IMG_3861-475x317.jpg)