近日，ESB英语演讲板比赛（English Speaking Board）在济南市安生学校举行。
Recently, the English ESB (English Speaking Board ) was successfully held in our school, and the JTHS students achieved good results.
15名安生高中学子参与本次比赛，均获得Good Pass及以上的好成绩，此外，2名学生以优异表现获得merit+的好成绩（merit+ 近乎最高等级满分的下一个等级）。
15 JTHS students took part in this competition and all of them were able to attain a Good Pass or above. Meanwhile, "Merit+" is the score given to a student just below full marks, and two of our students were impressive enough to attain this score.
What is ESB?
什么是ESB？
ESB介绍
ESB是拥有超过70年演讲测评经验，在全世界提供高质量的语言表达测评服务。目前在英国、意大利、新加坡等有着广泛的影响力, 每年参与人数众多。ESB是集演讲、戏剧、表演为一体的能力等级认证。ESB认证体系是达标性认证，而非相对性评价，等级分为unsuccessful、pass、good pass、merit、merit+、distinction 六个等级。
ESB is a competency level certification with more than 70 years of history in speech evaluation. It provides high-quality language evaluation services around the world. At present, it has a wide influence in the UK, Italy, Singapore and other countries, with a large number of participants every year. ESB is a competency level certification integrating speech, drama and performance. The ESB certification system is a compliance certification, not a relative evaluation. The grades are divided into six grades: unsuccessful, pass, good pass, merit, merit plus, and differentiation.
济南市安生学校作为ESB英语演讲比赛的合作学校，一直积极鼓励学生参加，通过参加ESB演讲比赛，学生均在不同程度上，提升了口语能力和英语语言技能。
As a partner school of the ESB English Speech Competition, our school has been actively encouraging students to participate in ESB. By participated the English Speaking Board, all the students have possessed the oracy and English language skills they need to achieve their aspirations to varying degrees.
济南市安生学校高中部校长郝卫红表示，鼓励学生参加ESB大赛的目的，在于希望帮助最有能力的人，支持最不自信的人，通过缩小劣势差距，实现所有学生的潜力。
Annie, the principal of Jinan Thomas High School, said that the main purpose for holding the ESB competition is to stretch the most able and support the least confident and realise the potential of all by closing the disadvantage gap.
精彩呈现
Wonderful presentation
在本次的ESB演讲测评中，济南安生学子准备充分，呈现了精彩出色的表现。
During the speech time all of our students performed very well.
一次次的反复演练，安生学子早已对文稿烂熟于心，在一众评委面前，如行云流水般进行演讲。
They all had rehearsed their notes well in advance and were very comfortable delivering their speeches in front of the judge.
在问答环节，同学们也一并参与进来，互相提问问题，并作出漂亮的解答。
Following this they all had to participate in a question and answer session. Not only did the judge ask questions to the students, but the students asked each other questions as well!
同学们摩拳擦掌，力争展示最棒的自己。
Our students were determined to show the best of their ability.
备赛花絮
Behind the scenes
在本次比赛中，济南安生高中部英语组老师们给予学生很大的助力。
During this competition, our high school teachers helped the students prepare for their speeches.
从最初的选题定向，到ppt的制作和指导，再到演讲稿的润色点睛，老师和学生一起，进行了很多次讨论。
To begin with the teachers and students worked together to choose their own topics. After this, the students made their own ppts and scripts and the teachers helped them fine-tune the details. They’ve made discussions for many times.
学生利用课余时间，反复练习、背诵文稿，与小伙伴互相练习，彼此指正。
The students spent their spare time reciting the articles, practising and criticizing with each other.
“我们的指导老师都是来自本校的老师，他们认真聆听、了解学生深层的动机和需求，通过本次比赛，学生也懂得了如何发现自己的问题，以及寻求专业的帮助。”郝卫红说。
“All the guide teachers are from our school, they carefully listened to the students,understood their motivations and needs. Throughout the competition, the students also learned how to find out their weakness and the way to seeking professional help.” says Annie.
参赛心得
Interviews from participants
Wenda,G10AIA
为参加ESB比赛，我做了很长时间的准备。根据比赛要求，我准备了三部分——“我喜欢的艺术分享”、“诗歌分享”和“电影剪辑分享”。
I have been preparing for this ESB competition for a long time. I have prepared three parts according to the requirements of the competition -- "Art Sharing I like", "poetry sharing" and "Film Clips Sharing".
每一部分我都查阅了大量文献。我非常喜欢这个过程，因为在查找资料的同时，丰富了我的知识储备。比赛期间，我尽力展示演讲内容，老师给了我专业性指导，有效地提高了我的公共演讲能力。
For each part, I consulted a great deal of literature. I enjoyed the process very much, and I think I enriched my knowledge reserve while looking up materials. During the competition, I tried my best to show my speech content, and the teacher was very considerate and encouraged me, which effectively improved my public speaking ability.
Charlie, G10 AL Fabulinus
首先，选一个你感兴趣，并有知识性的话题很重要。这让你更容易和听众联系，并有效地传递信息。其次，要在镜子、朋友或家人面前多次练习演讲，这能帮你找到需要改进的地方，比如语调、肢体语言和时机。
This will make it easier for you to connect with the audience and deliver the message effectively.Next, practice your speech multiple times in front of a mirror, your friends, or family members. This will help you to identify areas where you need to improve, such as the tone of your voice, body language, and timing.
比赛当天，尽量保持冷静和自信。“准备过程很有挑战性，但当你有了正确的心态和准备，这就是一次有益而充实的经历。”
On the day of the contest, try to stay calm and confident. “preparing for a speech contest can be challenging, but with the right mindset and preparation, it can also be a rewarding and fulfilling experience.”
Sally, G10 AL Fabulinus
“我很享受准备ESB演讲比赛的过程，口语和写作能力都得到很大提高。”前期准备手稿很重要，要在赛前多练习，真正比赛时才会信心倍增。
“ I enjoy the process, because I can learn a lot of extra knowledge. It can also improve our speaking and writing skills. It is important to learn the script by heart, which will make us more calm in the competition. What's more, we practice more before the match, which will enhance our confidence.”
本次ESB比赛，不仅增加了学生信心，更让学生获取了很多经验。他们的公共演讲技能得到了发展，对国际比赛规则也有了更广泛的视角。
This ESB competition has been a real benefit to students because not only has it increase their confidence but they have also gained a lot of experience. Their public speaking skills have developed and they have a broader view towards the rules of international competitions.
希望越来越多学生，参加到ESB演讲比赛中。
We hope to include even more students next time!
