Public Speaking Classes

As parents of homeschoolers, we want to raise up students that will change the world . Being a passionate and effective communicator is a valuable tool  for sharing eternal truths.

Our teacher is Pat Roy, creator of the Jonathan Park audio adventures. He has been invited to speak to hundreds of youth groups, churches, and many other events around the nation for over 30 years.  

Our teacher is Pat Roy, creator of the Jonathan Park audio adventures. He has been invited to speak to hundreds of youth groups, churches, and many other events around the nation for over 30 years.  

ADMINISTRATIVE FEES WILL BE COLLECTED A FEW DAYS AFTER SUBMITTING THIS FORM. THE FIRMLY PLANTED TEAM WILL CONTACT YOU TO ARRANGE A MEANS OF PAYMENT. THE BALANCE OF THE CLASS FEE will be made in two monthly payments DUE at the beginning of the the fi…

ADMINISTRATIVE FEES WILL BE COLLECTED A FEW DAYS AFTER SUBMITTING THIS FORM. THE FIRMLY PLANTED TEAM WILL CONTACT YOU TO ARRANGE A MEANS OF PAYMENT. THE BALANCE OF THE CLASS FEE will be made in two monthly payments DUE at the beginning of the the first and fifth weeks of class.

This 10-week course will give young adults the practical steps they need from brainstorming a topic, all the way through Delivering a successful and powerful speech!

Topics:

Choosing a Topic

Brainstorming Content

Researching Your Topic

Organizing Your Speech

Adding Depth to Your Content

Creating a PowerPoint

Preparing Ahead

How to Deliver Your Speech

Tips for the Pro

Doing Video & Radio Interviews

“Over the course of this class, students will craft and communicate orally, a well-written, compelling speech.”
— Pat Roy

Classes coming to Vancouver, Washington! For more info about locations, please click on the links below:

Classes are recommended for students 12 years old through adult (although younger students can register at parent's descretion). 

Classes are 10 sessions (weekly classes). 

Class Fees: $10 per student, per session + administrative fees ($2 per session for Firmly Planted members, $4 for non-members). Administrative fees will be due once your registration is received (a few days after you complete this form you will be contacted by Firmly Planted to collect the administration fees). The balance will not be due until the first day of class!

For a 10 week course, the total cost will be $120 for Firmly Planted members, $140 for non-members.

If a minimum of 30 students per class is not reached, classes will be cancelled, and you will receive a complete refund.