STEM Programs in Reston, VA

FCPS Schools are OFF – so it’s time for your kids to turn their voices ON! (20% off Sibling Discount!) Do you want to amp up your Middle Schooler's confidence on their off-Day? Highest Speak is thrilled to offer a Drop-In, Half-Day Public Speaking Camp for students in Grades 6-8 on FCPS days off! Kids will: Learn Key Fundamentals of Public Speaking Performance and Structure Play engaging public-speaking games Practice different types of speeches and get personalized feedback Have a blast while learning skills they’ll use forever! Schedule (9:00 AM – 1:00 PM) 9:00–9:30 Drop-off + warm-up activities (books, games & more) 9:30-11 Speech Camp Part 1 11-11:30: Snack Break 11:30-1: Speech Camp Part 2 1pm: Pick-Up HEAR your kids walk out with a BOOST of speech confidence they can use in school and EVERY day!

2nd Sunday Speak-Up! Family Style! EVERY child and adult in our community deserves a more confident voice! Highest Speak is THRILLED to present “Second Sunday Speak-Up!” This is a FREE Public Speaking Workshop (every 2nd Sunday evening of the month!) Bring your whole family to a free, fun, and interactive public speaking workshop designed for Grades 2–8 and their parents! No matter your skill level, this is your chance to build confidence, communicate clearly, and have a blast. In this workshop, you and your family will: - Learn easy, practical strategies to speak confidently in school, at work, or in everyday life. - Play super fun speaking games that get everyone moving, laughing, and practicing their voices. - Experience interactive challenges that help kids and parents support each other while learning new skills. - Get a sneak peek into our programs and see how public speaking can become a part of your child’s (and your) growth journey. Public speaking skills are critical for school, social situations, work, and even mental health, and this workshop is all about making learning accessible, exciting, and family-friendly! Led by Highest Speak’s Founder, Sumedha Bahri (Patent Attorney, Federal Presentation Coach, Expert Public Speaker and Instructor, and Stand-Up Comic,) all families are bound to walk away with an extra confident boost in their step! 📅 Every 2nd Sunday of the month 🕕 6–7 PM 📍 Our Reston Office! 12310 Pinecrest Rd., Suite 301, Reston VA 22091 Amp up your confidence, cheer each other on, and join a supportive community where every voice matters! Come have fun, play games, and learn to speak up with confidence — together as a family! Please register one child, and answer the question of how many will attend from your family. (PLEASE do not bring children under grade 2. This is intended for parents and kids grades 2-8.) ** Also, please note that we present similar introductory content for each workshop. If you attend one, you will see very similar content for other workshops of the 2nd Sunday Series.

2nd Sunday Speak-Up! Family Style! EVERY child and adult in our community deserves a more confident voice! Highest Speak is THRILLED to present “Second Sunday Speak-Up!” This is a FREE Public Speaking Workshop (every 2nd Sunday evening of the month!) Bring your whole family to a free, fun, and interactive public speaking workshop designed for Grades 2–8 and their parents! No matter your skill level, this is your chance to build confidence, communicate clearly, and have a blast. In this workshop, you and your family will: - Learn easy, practical strategies to speak confidently in school, at work, or in everyday life. - Play super fun speaking games that get everyone moving, laughing, and practicing their voices. - Experience interactive challenges that help kids and parents support each other while learning new skills. - Get a sneak peek into our programs and see how public speaking can become a part of your child’s (and your) growth journey. Public speaking skills are critical for school, social situations, work, and even mental health, and this workshop is all about making learning accessible, exciting, and family-friendly! Led by Highest Speak’s Founder, Sumedha Bahri (Patent Attorney, Federal Presentation Coach, Expert Public Speaker and Instructor, and Stand-Up Comic,) all families are bound to walk away with an extra confident boost in their step! 📅 Every 2nd Sunday of the month 🕕 6–7 PM 📍 Our Reston Office! 12310 Pinecrest Rd., Suite 301, Reston VA 22091 Amp up your confidence, cheer each other on, and join a supportive community where every voice matters! Come have fun, play games, and learn to speak up with confidence — together as a family! Please register one child, and answer the question of how many will attend from your family. (PLEASE do not bring children under grade 2. This is intended for parents and kids grades 2-8.) ** Also, please note that we present similar introductory content for each workshop. If you attend one, you will see very similar content for other workshops of the 2nd Sunday Series.

✨ Tell It Well: A Halloween Themed Storytelling & Story Writing Workshop (Grades 9–12) 3.5-Hour Workshop | Fun, Creative, and Confidence-Building It's Highest Speak's FAVORITE time of year! In this engaging, spirited, Halloween Themed workshop, students will learn how to craft and share powerful stories—through fun games, interactive activities, and real-time practice! Whether they’re new to storytelling or looking to take it further, this high-energy session is designed to build confidence and creativity. 🔑 Workshop Highlights: - Practice the Art of Storytelling Performance: Learn to bring stories to life using voice, expression, movement, and timing. - Explore Story Structure: Understand how to shape compelling personal or fictional stories with clear flow and emotional impact. - Use Stories Everywhere: Discover how to naturally incorporate storytelling into interviews, conversations, speeches, and more. Students will receive personalized feedback from instructors and peers in a supportive and encouraging environment! Storytelling is one of the most fun—and powerful—ways to practice public speaking, especially during this spooky and magical time of year!

FCPS Schools are OFF – so it’s time for your kids to turn their voices ON! (20% off Sibling Discount!) Do you want to amp up your Middle Schooler's persuasive speaking confidence on their off-Day? Highest Speak is thrilled to offer a Drop-In, Half-Day Persuasive Speaking Camp for students in Grades 2-5 on FCPS days off! Kids will: Learn Key Fundamentals of Public Speaking Performance and Structure Learn the structure and fundamentals of Persuasive Speaking and Writing Play engaging public-speaking games Practice super fun persuasive speeches and get personalized feedback Have a blast while learning skills they’ll use forever! Schedule (9:00 AM – 1:00 PM) 9:00–9:30 Drop-off + warm-up activities (books, games & more) 9:30-11 Speech Camp Part 1 11-11:30: Snack Break and Socialization 11:30-1: Speech Camp Part 2 1pm: Pick-Up HEAR your kids walk out with a BOOST of speech confidence they can use in school and EVERY day!

🎄 Holiday Pitch: A Persuasive Speaking Workshop for Grades 9–12 3.5-Hour Workshop | Festive, Fun, and Full of Confidence-Building In this high-energy holiday workshop, students will learn how to persuade with purpose—through laughter, games, and festive fun! Using holiday-themed prompts and activities, students will explore the fundamentals of persuasive speaking in a playful, non-intimidating environment. 🔑 Workshop Highlights: - Learn the Structure of Persuasive Speeches and how to adjust messaging based on the audience. - Practice Both Prepared and Impromptu Persuasive Speaking, using real-time feedback. - Give and Receive Peer and Instructor Feedback to refine content, tone, and delivery. - We’ll pitch ideas, debate holiday favorites, and craft convincing arguments—all while building speaking confidence and having a blast. Perfect for teens who want to boost their skills for school, interviews, college prep, or life in general. 🎁 Come ready to speak, laugh, and bring your holiday cheer—it’s time to make your pitch!