Thai Speech

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Thai Speech

Contest

On February 26th, 2025, the Secondary Thai Department proudly launched the first-ever Thai Speech Contest—an event that brought together student voice, Thai cultural values, and the essence of IB learning into one powerful showcase. The contest served as a meaningful platform for students to express their personal reflections on how Concordian and Thai values can be applied both within and beyond school walls.

This speech contest was born from the Thai Values Class, where all students from Grades 6 to 10 come together to explore how moral and ethical values are not only part of Thai heritage, but also a guide for global citizenship.

We are grateful for the insightful guidance of our guest judges, Professor Klairung Amratisha, Ph.D. and Professor Debi Jarutjarungkiat, Ph.D. from Chulalongkorn University whose presence and thoughtful feedback added depth and honor to the occasion.

As part of their assessment, students from both Language and Literature, and Language Acquisition courses were invited to submit an audition video.

Those who felt confident in their ideas and communication skills were encouraged to participate, making the contest an extension of classroom learning that moved beyond the textbook and into real-world application.

The contest topics were divided by grade level to reflect students' developmental stages. Students in Grades 6–8 addressed the theme “Concordian Values: Fostering Happiness in School,” focusing on how compassion, responsibility, and mindfulness create a joyful and supportive community. Meanwhile, students in Grades 9–10 spoke on “Concordian Compass: Living Thai Values as Global Citizens,” offering mature and insightful reflections on how traditional values remain relevant in the complexities of today’s interconnected world.

From the first speech to the last, the audience was moved by the depth of thought, sincerity, and eloquence that each finalist brought to the stage. The Concordian Dragons—a familiar symbol of the school’s core values—were referenced often and meaningfully, highlighting how students internalize these ideals and strive to live by them each day.

None of this would have been possible without the dedication of the Thai teaching team and the support of school administrators. We look forward to making this a tradition that continues to grow in depth, impact, and inspiration in the years ahead.

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