PLEASE HELP! I need some help with writing a speech!!!!?

Question

The speech doesn't have to be that long, only about a couple minutes worth, I need to tell the school why I should become their next treasurer on the student council. Please don't write any nasty comments, I need a few quick points to go over, I don't want you to write the speech for me.

Answer 1

it doesnt matter what you say. it is just a popularity contest. just bring in cookies for everyone or offer to do pps homework for them...

Answer 2

Why do you think you should be the next student council treasurer?
Are you savvy with money? Give some examples how you'd save money or spend more wisely.

Are you a responsible person with lots of integrity? Most people , even teens want someone they can trust with their money, tell them some examples of how you're responsible and trustworthy?

Tell them about yourself, if you're active in clubs, what you hope to do out of high school etc.

Think of making a speech as just like having a conversation. Don't just stand there staring at the floor and mumbling. Speak up and be clear and percise. Look around for your friends and teachers who are your allies , that will calm you down. And whether you believe it or not 2-3 minutes can go by really fast when you get in the groove while you're speaking.

Good luck.

Answer 3

I don't know how big your school is but start by introducing yourself (if neccessary.)

Make a polite but cute joke about the dean. A silly joke that will make people laugh but not offensive.

Then point out why you are suited for this job:

You are responisible with money and you can demonstrate this by saying you balance your own checking account, whatever.

You will listen to what students want. Everybody like to hear that.

Find a weakness of your opponent, (don't mention their weakness) and counter it by tauting that trait. For example: Say the person you are running against is not as involved in student activites as you are, in this case you would say something like and you know how to make commitments to different clubs because you've done it before, and etc.

Here is some general speech tips:

Write it down but don't read from cards, memorize it.

Practice it. Do this a million times, call your cell phone and leave your speach as a message and then listen to yourself.

Better to say nothing then to say, "uhmm."

Pause after each sentence. I always say a quick (1,2,3,4,5 in my head) first.

Answer 4

Here's some points to hit on:

What can you do for the school?

Why would you make a good treasurer?

What makes you different, what unique qualities set you apart from the other candidates?

Hope that helps.

Answer 5

You might want to express your loyalty to the school, the commitment you have, and if you have always been a student there, add that in. If you are a new student, stress that you want to be a part of achieving the school's overall goals. Stress your assets and any awards that you have received, especially community-service oriented awards. Good luck...knock 'em dead:)

Answer 6

Just say what you know. The rest should just come to you.

But, in the case that it doesn't, explain why you would be good for the job. Add in what you are good at and make sure to thank your audience at the very end of your speech :)

Answer 7

My son recently ran for an office at his school and wrote: I guess you're thinking I'm just another skinny kid, with braces and long hair. But I don't wanna be just another skinny kid, with braces and long hair. I want to be your new vice-president!
Explain in detail things you'd like to see changed in the school. More dances? Longer time for changing classes? Be specific about the things that you want to change and be upbeat about the school in general. Compliment the others who are running and be polite, not pushy. Good luck.

Answer 8

This might be a little hard to accept, but you should never write out a speech or plan or rehearse what you're going to say. The politicians and all of the other phonies in the world should also take this advice. Get into the habit of simply speaking from your heart and telling it like it is.

And don't worry if it doesn't come. I repeat: Never write out a speech or plan what you're going to say.

Answer 9

here are some things that make a good treasurer and some that make a good officer of any kind.

whichever of these you're good at, explain that. be specific if you can; it adds a tremendous amount of credibility.

organizational skills
mathematical skills (esp good if you actually love math, too)
good with people
encouraging
supportive
reliable/consistent
honest

Answer 10

you need to address this question, Ask your self why do you want to do this job? That's the first thing you tell them. Next are you right for this job and why. If you cant answer these questions then perhaps the job is not for you.

Answer 11

just tell em why! if u really should be their treasurer then tell em why! make the speech a little funny to. good luck! :D