AAUW tackles tough subject of bullying with Speech Trek

FALLBROOK – Seven AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) students being mentored by members of the Fallbrook branch of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) are participating in Speech Trek, a AAUW California speech competition for high school students. The program is in its sixth year and Fallbrook is participating for the first time this year.

The seven Fallbrook girls have researched a designated topic and will give a five minute speech on the subject. The top winner chosen at the local level will compete with girls from around the state and the three top statew...