The Speech Team is an official IHSA-sanctioned competition that allows members to focus and improve on different styles of public speaking. With 14 different categories, performances can range from traditional informational presentations to dramatic monologue to rehearsed, humorous skits with a partner. No matter what branch of the Speech Team you’re a part of, you will get constructive feedback from experienced members or captains and award-winning coaches.

Any questions, please contact Mark Simon (mark_simon@ipsd.org).

Social Media

Follow Speech Team on Instagram and check out their Seasonal and State Progress (and other Shenanigans)!

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Speech Swag

Our Team Site! Sign-up for rehearsals and check out this season's results here.

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Summer Camp Info

We have Summer Camp every year! If you are interested, click here to find out more information!

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Talula Hayes

Talula Hayes

Talula is a Senior and this is her second year as Captain of the Speech Team.

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Prabhav Keerthipati

Prabhav Keerthipati

Prabhav is a Senior and this is his second year as Captain of the Speech Team.

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Matthew "Big Ham" Bigham

Matthew "Big Ham" Bigham

Matthew "Big Ham" Bigham is a Junior and this is his first year as Captain of the Speech Team

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Madumitha "Flower Font" Papudesu

Madumitha "Flower Font" Papudesu

Madumitha "Flower Font" Papudesu is a Senior and this is her first year as Captain of the Speech Team

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When Are Auditions?

Sign-up, get your audition packet, and learn what it takes to become a member of speech team!

What is Speech Team?

Who are these amazing and sharply dressed humans talking to walls that are so successful?

What is the Schedule Like?

When, where, how long, and, most importantly, what does it take to be successful?

What are the "The Four Pillars"?

Our team philosophy that helps us not just in speech but in life as well.

How Does Speech Team Benefit Me?

Scholarships, Celebrations, a Life Time Skill