Montezuma hosts district speech, sends 14 to state

       The Montezuma Speech enjoyed a stellar day hosting individual districts at Montezuma on Saturday, Feb. 24.
       Montezuma had 14 students in eight classes that earned "I" ratings, advancing to state. Some students where in more than one class.
       “Thank you to our amazing custodians and everyone who volunteered or allowed us to use your room for competition, said Kelly Kaup, a Montezuma speech coach. “We are proud of all the hard work each of our students put into their individual events.”
       Congratulations to the following students for moving on to state!
       Acting - Lily Shoemaker, Kaya Latcham, Lydia Singleton and Gracie Wilson
     Poetry - Carrie Ann Maxwell and Emily Jo James
     Prose - Izzy Roorda and Taylor Wilcox
     Spontaneous Speaking - Bryn Fantazia
     Literary Program - Bryn Fantazia
     Storytelling - Taylor Wilcox, Kaya Latcham, Camryn Brennan and Letisia Wilson
     Improvisation - Tayler Wickham and Emily Jo James
     Musical Theater - Faith Ferry, Lydia Singleton, Addyson Probasco and Gracie Wilson
      The students performed at Cedar Rapids, Xavier High School on Saturday, March 9. Look for results soon.