!! SAHS Speaking Squad Shines at Center High School Meet !!

On Friday, February 13th, 5 members of the San Augustine Speaking Squad competed at Center High School for UIL Academics. Speaking success requires a lot of practice, preparation, and personal courage. Students win when they show authenticity, confidence, and the ability to connect with their audience with sincerity and empathy. All five of these speakers came home as champions with individual medals. We are very proud of these students!

Amelia Heatwole (9th grade) won 1st place in Prose Interpretation Synia Garner (11th grade) won 3rd place in Poetry Interpretation Nevaeh Bluford (10th grade) 4th place in Prose Interpretation Brookline Barnes (9th grade) 5th place in Poetry Interpretation Kaitlynn Williamson (9th grade) 6th Place in Prose Interpretation
Please join us in congratulating these amazing students!!

Published February 16, 2026 Print