Ben Determan photo THE Niagara High School Forensic Team presented the program at Monday’s Golden K meeting. From left, in front are Annalee White, Lexi Champagne, Elesia Sweig, Mary Walenski, Emma Brasure and Annika Sweig; in back are Zachary Schroeder, Christian Hedmark, Nathaniel Olsen, Alex Tripp, Parker DeCreamer, Dante Stachowicz, Tommy Martin, Mason Richtig and Gavin Neuens.

KINGSFORD — Life doesn’t get any better than starting the week with the Golden K. Sunshine filled the room as coffee aroma wafted through the air.

Happy faces were anxious for the weekly meeting to begin. Chairman Gilbert Engel wasted no time in bringing the group to their feet for opening ceremonies.

Sue LeDuc took her place at the piano and Gilbert became the song leader. The hall was filled with happy songs that continued the momentum. “I’ve Got Rhythm,” “Dear Hearts and Gentle People” and “Do Lord” reverberated.

Happy Birthday was sung for Don Pedo’s March 16 celebration. Welcomed guests included students from Niagara High School; Mickey Khoury; Ann Buechel; and Carolynn and Loren Potter. These seniors know how to make one feel at home. Carolynn happily picked up winnings from the 50-50 drawing.

Spending time with young people completed a perfect day. Thanks goes to the Niagara High School staff, the students and the parents who nurture and encourage these kids.

They shared their talents and educational growth with the Golden K. The group of students represented their school with pride. They proudly displayed a handsome award won at the 2023 Wisconsin State Speech Festival. Forty percent of the student body at Niagara High School participates in competitive public speaking.

The students who attended gave a program of information, humor, coordination and animation.

The presentations are given a set of rules to be followed for developing skills in describing, clarifying, illustrating and defining an object, idea, concept or process.

One of the presentations was expository speaking regarding the automaker Tesla. Many facets of a variety of models were enumerated. Just listening to these professional students enhanced our vocabulary. Tesla has incorporated safety, environment and convenience awareness for the owner into their vehicles.

They continue to improve on battery time and charging stations. You can have one in your own garage and accelerate from 0 to 60 in a short period of time. Auto-pilot, semis and a roadster are being perfected for the near future.

Demonstrative speaking was exhibited through folding paper into a heart. Each fold was explained with its meaning. They were also treated to an animated demonstration of a politically correct version of “Cinderella.” The princess was empowered to be in charge of her own destiny.

Another demonstration speech described using a weighted bar as a good workout for your body and mind. The students concluded with a demonstration on Charles Berens “The Midwest Survival Guide: We Love, Work, Talk, Drink and Eat everything with Ranch Dressing.”

The animation and humor of comedian Berens was performed with precision.

The students’ presentations were informative, well done and fun for all. They wish the entire team the best as they prepare for the state competition in April.

Golden K meets at 10 a.m. Monday. A pilot for Marshfield Medical Transport is on the docket. All are welcome.