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Thursday evening competitions

Job Interview

The contestants will compete in a contest that mirrors the hiring process. They will apply to the job posting by submitting a resume. The posting…

Quiz Bowl

Contest Coordinator: Michala Soundy, Grand Island Senior High / Courtney Glock, Nebraska State Fair

Prepared Speech

Contest Coordinator: Haley Koeppe, Grand Island Public Schools Competitors will need to present a self-created and unique speech that addresses the theme of the year:…

Opening & Closing Ceremonies

Contest Coordinator: Melissa Glenn, The Builder Foundation This is a teamwork and oral presentation competition that evaluates teams’ understanding of the symbolic representation of the colors…

Health Knowledge Bowl

Contest Coordinator: Melisa Mendez, Mary Lanning Healthcare This competition will test teams of students on their collective knowledge within the healthcare system. Teams are judged on…

Extemporaneous Speaking

Contest Coordinator: Kris & Brian Peterson, Leadership Harbor The contest requires contestants to give a three to five minute speech on an assigned topic with five…

Community Service

Contest Coordinator: Liz Mayfield The community service competition evaluates local chapter activities that benefit the communities while becoming productive community members. SkillsUSA chapters present their…

Chapter Business Procedure

Contest Coordinator: John Heineman, Nebraska State Association of Parliamentarians Student teams demonstrate knowledge of parliamentary procedures related to material found in Roberts Rules of Order. Teams are…