"Focusing on the art of public speaking and persuasion, Forensics is actually the oldest competitive event in the VHSL (Virginia High School League). Aiming to develop a student's talent at communication, Forensics is comprised of multiple competitive events operating under the same banner:
-Original Oratory
-Extemporaneous Speaking
-Impromptu Speaking
-Storytelling
-Prose Interpretation
-Poetry Interpretation
-Serious Dramatic Interpretation
-Humorous Dramatic Interpretation
-Duo Serious Dramatic Interpretation
-Duo Humorous Dramatic Interpretation
The Galileo Forensics Team has been competing in VHSL tournaments since 2013. Members of our team have advanced to the State Finals every year since 2015. Some highlights include:
2020-2021
State Finals 2nd Place- Impromptu Speaking
2019-2020 (Cancelled due to COVID-19)
State Finalist, Serious Dramatic Interpretation
State Finalist, Poetry Interpretation
State Finalist, Storytelling
2018-2019
State Finals 3rd Place-Extemporaneous Speaking
State Finals 2nd Place-Original Oratory