The Literary Team at VHS is a group of students who compete in academically oriented events at both the region and state levels. The team is formed each October and prepares throughout the year with coaching and practice. Events include One-Act Play, Debate, Spelling, Essay, Vocal Soloists, Oral Interpretation, Quartet, Extemporaneous Speaking, and Trio.
Literary Team Gallery
Membership & Eligibility
Open to students who want to explore literary competitions, public speaking, and performance arts. Eligibility typically requires interest and commitment to weekly practices and competition schedules.
To join:
Express interest to the team advisors or faculty coaches
Attend tryouts or evaluations (if applicable)
Participate in scheduled practices, coaching sessions, and competitions
Activities & Competitive Events
VHS Literary team members compete in a variety of performance and written events, working toward excellence in region and state level competitions.
Drama & Interpretation
One-Act Play and Oral Interpretation performances before live judges.
Speaking & Debate
Developing critical arguments in Debate and Extemporaneous Speaking.
Vocal Performance
Soloists, Trios, and Quartets competing in technical vocal categories.
Written & Literacy
Showcasing precision in Spelling and creative depth in Essay writing.
Why Join the Literary Team?
Students on the Literary Team can:
Develop writing, public speaking, and interpretive skills
Gain confidence in performance settings
Participate in regional and state competitions
Receive coaching from faculty in various literary arts
Add valuable experience to college applications
compete with words.
celebrate Expression.
The Literary Team at VHS offers a platform to develop confidence, creativity, and communication skills through region and state level academic and performance events. We invite you to explore your literary talents and contribute to our tradition of excellence.