Japan American Society of San Antonio (JASSA)
P.O. Box 460444
San Antonio, TX 78246-0444
Website: www.jas-sa.org
The 27th Japanese Speech Contest in San Antonio
The 27th Annual Japanese Language Contest is sponsored by the Japan American Society of
Texas, in cooperation with Japanese Teachers Association of Texas and the Consulate-General
of Japan at Houston. The regional contest is organized by Japanese language teachers in San
Antonio region. Additional support is provided by Japan America Society of San Antonio, East
Asian Institute (UTSA), and San Antonio College.
Purpose
This annual event offers participants an opportunity to demonstrate their oral
communication skills in Japanese while competing in a statewide competition. It
brings attention to the Japanese language and promotes the knowledge and
understanding of Japan by Americans.
Location
San Antonio College, Department of Foreign Languages/ESOL:
Contest: OC 1st floor Classrooms
Award Ceremony: NAHC 218 A / B
1819 N. Main, San Antonio, TX 78212-4299 Tel: (210)486-0976
Date and Time
Saturday, February 6, 2016 (8:45 am to about 1:00 pm)
Qualification
Please check the following web site:
Speech Contest Handbook
Divisions
Division I
Division II
Division III
Division IV
Division V
Division VI
Poetry Recitation (4min max)
High School Level 1, J H School Level 1&2
Haiku: High School Level 2, J H School Level 2& 3
Speech with Text: High School Level 2 &3 Free Speech(2-3 )
Skit High School Level 2, 3, and 4
Free Speech (2-3 minutes) High School Level 3-4
(Aurora Preliminary)
Free Speech (2-3 minutes) College & University
Status of this
Competition This competition forms the preliminary round for the statewide competition,
which will be held in March, 2016 in Houston.
Free Speech Content: Free speeches must be original, written by the contestant and not
previously recited elsewhere. The theme is open and to be selected by the
contestant. Personal experiences and anecdotes are welcomed and encouraged.
Time limit: The time limit is three minutes, and the contestants must speak for at
least two minutes. Points will be subtracted for speeches which are over or
under the time limit.
Notes: Contestants may use written materials or notes, but those who deliver
their speeches without them will be scored higher than those who rely on notes.
Evaluation Criteria: Free speeches will be judged on pronunciation, grammatical
ability, overall ability, content, delivery, creativity, enthusiasm, and
understanding.
Poetry Recitation Content: Contestants must memorize the poem specified for his or her
Division. Each contestant should say the title and author of the poem then recite
the poem from memory. The use of notes is not allowed.
Evaluation Criteria: Poetry recitation will be judged on pronunciation, flow and
expression, accuracy of memorization, and delivery.
Prizes
Prizes will be awarded to the first, second, and third place winners in each
division.
Registration Mail to San Antonio College FL Department (attention to the Japanese program)
1819 N Main, San Antonio TX78212-4299
or E-mail: ykawabe@alamo.edu
or give your entry form to your teacher
or fax (210)486-9881 Please e-mail or call Kawabe for confirmation.
(Application must be postmarked by Friday, January 22, 2016)
Deadline
January 22, 2016
For information, please contact:
Yuko Kawabe, (210)414-1357cell, (210)486-0976 SAC office ykawabe@alamo.edu
San Antonio Speech Contest 2016
Entry Form
Name
Last
First
Name in Katakana
Last
First
Grade or Year in
College
Home Address
Street
City
Texas
Zip
E-mail Address
Telephone #
School Name
Japanese
Instructor
Instructor’s E-mail
Circle your Division Number:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Level 1 Poetry (beginner)
Level 2 Haiku
Free Speech with Text
Skit
Free Speech (Aurora)
Free Speech (College Level)
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If you circle 4, please write other group members’ name: ___________________________
If you circle 3,5,6,7 Free Speech Title: Japanese ___________________English______________
Signatures & Waiver:
I will present my speech in the 27th Annual Japanese Language Speech Contest at San Antonio College on Saturday, February 6, 2016. I
understand the regulation and time limits specified by the Japan-American Society of Texas and will abide by the judges’ final decisions. I
understand that the final contestants will be videotapes and give my permission for video of me to be uploaded on the JTAT website.
___________________________________________________ _______________
Participant Signature
Date
I verify that the division selected is appropriate for the student’s level and this student meets the eligibility requirement s for the Japanese
Speech Contest.
____________________________________________________ __________________
Japanese Instructor
Date
I give my son/daughter permission to participate in the Japanese Speech Contest. I understand that the final contestants will be videotaped
and give my permission for video of my child to be uploaded on the JTAT website. I hereby release his/her school and Japanese teacher, Japan
America Society of San Antonio, and San Antonio College from any liability should an accident occur during the contest.
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Parents / Guardian Signature (Not necessary if participant is over 18) Date