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