Voices in the Middle: Empowered to Inspire is a live Zoom informative or persuasive talk-style speech challenge. Based on Timothy 4:12, this program is designed for middle school students to empower them to understand how their voices can influence people of all ages. The goal is to encourage students to use their voices through a biblical worldview to positively impact our culture for Christ. Throughout the program, students will delve into the power of communication, from traditional spoken word to modern digital platforms.

Program registration provides schools with comprehensive preparation materials, including the necessary tools, to support their students in preparing for this video submission competition.

Step 1. Purchase this Talk-Style Challenge Module (click buy ticket), which includes all the following materials needed to prepare students:

• 2024-2025 Challenge Topic
• Biblical Worldview & Purpose
• Topic Preparation
• How to Write an Informative or Persuasive Talk-Style Speech 
• Researching Tips
• Script Outline
• Audience Engagement Techniques
• Instructions on Creating a Visual Aid
• Practice Materials
• Peer Feedback Materials
• Scoring Criteria
• Fillable Certificates for Participants
• Two Student Entries for the Live Zoom Competition on 3/26/2025

Step 2. Register additional students for the Zoom Challenge.

Step 3. Complete the Voices in the Middle: Empowered to Inspire Challenge Module and identify which students will participate in the Live Zoom Challenge. The Challenge Module includes further details.