JHS is a member of the Iowa High School Speech organization, a state organization dedicated to encouraging students to grow and learn through various speech opportunities.
IHSSA Speech is open to all students in grades 9-12 in the district. Initial meetings occur in October/November with practices during November-February and competitions in January-March.
There are two different competition opportunities at JHS:
- LARGE GROUP SPEECH – Coach Brenda Smrdel
- INDIVIDUAL SPEECH – Coach Kelly Thompson