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Pella High School Earns Two All-State Speech Nominations
The Dutch speech team continues its tradition of excellence with standout performances.
Published on Feb. 16, 2026
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Pella High School's Large Group speech team received two Iowa High School Speech Association All-State nominations in 2026, including for their One Act Play "Cotton Girls" and their Group Improv Team "Williams/Buckingham". While the nominations were non-performing, the team will still participate in the 2026 All-State Speech Festival at Iowa State University on February 21st.
Why it matters
Pella High School has a long-standing reputation for excellence in speech and debate competitions. These All-State nominations showcase the continued strength and talent of the school's speech program, which has produced many successful students over the years.
The details
The One Act Play "Cotton Girls" featured Lyndon Norton, Olivia White, and Kai Lyons, while the Group Improv Team "Williams/Buckingham" included Elias Fisher, Eric Buckingham, Ethan Flanders, Gavin Williams, and Isaac Vandenberg. Although the nominations were non-performing, the team will still attend the All-State Speech Festival at Iowa State University on February 21st. The individual speech season for Pella High School starts on February 28th.
- The 2026 All-State Speech Festival will take place on Saturday, February 21st.
- The individual speech season for Pella High School starts on Saturday, February 28th.
The players
Pella High School
A high school located in Pella, Iowa, known for its strong speech and debate program.
Iowa High School Speech Association
The organization that oversees high school speech and debate competitions in Iowa.
Lyndon Norton
A student at Pella High School who performed in the One Act Play "Cotton Girls".
Olivia White
A student at Pella High School who performed in the One Act Play "Cotton Girls".
Kai Lyons
A student at Pella High School who performed in the One Act Play "Cotton Girls".
What’s next
The individual speech season for Pella High School starts on Saturday, February 28th.
The takeaway
Pella High School's speech team continues to demonstrate its excellence, earning two prestigious All-State nominations and securing a spot at the upcoming All-State Speech Festival. This achievement highlights the school's commitment to fostering strong communication and performance skills in its students.
