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It seemed he could have Century II convention hall in Wichita. The catchphrase started a riot and broken the doors down but turned was “Over the Rainbow Where Dreams Come True.” away with a mischievous smile. The first week I started working for Lincoln Financial, This all led up to the Humorous Interpretation. The coworkers told me about Lincoln’s proud sponsorship of top six students gave their all, and we were enthralled. the NFL and about how district tournaments worked. The first contestant was my most memorable. He As a volunteer representing Lincoln Financial, the did hilarious imitations of all the main Harry Potter national championship was my first exposure to any characters. 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One student 2 National Forensic League From the Editor William Woods Tate, Jr., President J. Scott Wunn Montgomery Bell Academy 4001 Harding Dear NFL: Nashville, TN 37205 Phone: 615-269-3959 TATEB@ MONTGOMERYBELL.COM A key component of the National Forensic League is its honors and recognition system. For eight decades, this system has provided excellent Don Crabtree ways in which coaches can recognize students for their achievements Vice President throughout the season and their careers. Coaches should seriously consider Park Hill High School 1909 6th Avenue awarding NFL honor cords to all seniors to be worn during their graduation ceremony. These St. Joseph, MO 64505 cords are a symbol of the student’s commitment to the honor society and the tenets of the NFL Phone: 816-261-2661 honor code. In addition, coaches can reward seniors with diploma seals and graduation pins. [email protected] The rewards system does not end with the seniors. Each member should be presented with an Bro. Rene Sterner FSC NFL membership key to compliment their official certificate and membership card. Delone Catholic High School In addition to the NFL membership honor system, some select students are eligible for 140 South Oxford Avenue McSherrystown, PA 17344 more advanced recognition. The NFL Academic All-American Award represents the highest Phone: 717-637-5969 sternerla- achievement in both NFL participation and academic success. Students who have earned [email protected] 750 points or more could be eligible for this prestigious and academically recognized honor. Coaches should also consider establishing program legacy awards that recognize members of Harold C. Keller 2035 Lillie Avenue their program for individual and group achievement. The NFL has created several perpetual Davenport, IA 52804 plaque awards that schools can use to represent the history and success of their own programs. Phone: 563-323-6693 One of the greatest rewards that a student can receive from participation in forensics is a [email protected] scholarship. All students should immediately register for the NFL’s College and University’s of Glenda Ferguson Excellence Program. During the 2008-2009 academic year, partner schools will award several Coppell High School thousand dollars in undergraduate scholarships to NFL student members. Students must be 185 W. Parkway Blvd. NFL members and must be registered to be eligible for these scholarships. Coppell, TX 75019 Phone: 214-496-6100 The NFL is proud to honor the achievements of its members. Please take this opportunity [email protected] to ensure your students gain the recognition they deserve. The best way to access all award opportunities is to go to www.nflonline.org! Kandi King San Antonio-Churchill HS Sincerely, 12049 Blanco Road San Antonio, TX 78216 Phone: 210-442-0800, Ext. 352 J. Scott Wunn [email protected] NFL National Director Pam Cady Wycoff Apple Valley High School 14450 Hayes Road Apple Valley, MN 55124-6796 Rostrum Phone: 952-431-8200 PAM.WY- Official Publication of the National Forensic League [email protected] P.O. Box 38 Tommie Lindsey, Jr. Ripon, Wisconsin 54971-0038 James Logan High School Phone (920) 748-6206 1800 H Street Union City, CA 94587 Fax (920) 748-9478 Phone: 510-471-2520 Ext.