The district public speaking competition finals were held this week, with the top 10 in each grade level competing. Winners were:
Grade 6:
1. Baneet Braich, Abby Middle
2. Thaniel Arseneau, Clayburn Middle
3. Josh Willems, MEI
Grade 7:
1. Kaden Gamache, MEI
2. Andrew Dyck, MEI
3. George Alexo, Abbotsford Traditional Middle School
Grade 8:
1. Kaitlyn Burkinshaw, MEI
2. Christine Dyck, MEI
3. Ajeet Klaer, Howe
Grade 9/10
1. Kyle Moodley, Abbotsford Traditional Secondary School
2. Jenna Schmirler, ATSS
3. Jasmina Parhar, Hansen