Two weeks ago, March 7th-9th, 16 delegates had the honor to represent OCSA in the following categories: Impromptu Speech, Drama Declamation, Instrumental, and Dance at the Florida State Spanish Conference, earning FIRST place in division 2 5-A. Out of 23 academic competitions, 22 were awarded with the highest score: “Sobresaliente” (Outstanding) and 1 “Superior.” They also received:
- “Sobresaliente” with PERFECT SCORE in DRAMA with “Lo que se va… regresa.” Which was written by former drama student, Nicholas Delgado.
- First Place INSTRUMENTAL PERFORMANCE with “Fusión cultural” by Noé Placa + Danna Ayala.
- Third Place in CULTURAL DANCE with “Delirios Ibéricos” performed by Jesibel Dávila.
They were also multiple perfect scores within the categories of “IMPROMPTU SPEECH” and “DECLAMATION.” The recipients include:
FOR IMPROMPTU SPEECH:
- Danna Ayala
- Miranda Córdova
- Sofía Espinoza
- Keily Orduña
- Gabriela Orozco
- Isabella Wolfe
FOR DECLAMATION:
- María Arellano
- Amaru Iglesias
- Angel Iglesias
FOR IMPROPTU SPEECH AND DECLAMATION:
- Valeria Chacín
- María Segovia
OCSA and Celebration High School were the “Host Schools” of this year’s competition. Patricia I. Armas Vargas, an 11th grade Orchestra major, the Captain of the OCSA staff members for the FSSC, explained that her favorite category was “… traditional attire because I was able to see so many Spanish-speaking countries that demonstrate their culture that I’m not necessarily educated or haven’t immersed in… You can see the admiration they have from it. I also enjoy the presentations…You can see how many of the delegates and the competitors care for the event and are passionate about sharing their cultural and embracing what we are as Hispanics.”
Ms. Marrero expressed her joys from her student’s hard work. “I can’t be more proud…they are top-notch.” Congratulations to the winners of the FSSC! You all deserved it.
