Future prosecutor never at loss for words

Dylan Dickens

Dylan Dickens, Friendswood High School junior, says he is passionate about talking. “I actually just finished writing an essay for AP English 3 about my passion for talking, and how I think that the most important thing in life is just to open your mouth and speak,” he said. “Your words yesterday, today and tomorrow will affect your life, and all those around you.”

Dylan Dickens
AGE: 16
GRADE: 11
SCHOOL: Friendswood High School
ACCOMPLISHMENTS: National championship in extemporaneous speaking at the National Forensics League Tournament in Indianapolis this summer; fifth place in a school debating event; member of the One Act competitive acting team; member of the BPA (Business Professionals of America) club
FAVORITE AFTER-SCHOOL ACTIVITY: “When I get my precious moments of free time, I usually fill it up with time spent with good friends. My fellow debaters and I manage to have fun no matter what we’re doing, whether it’s going to Schlitterbahn or building a house.”
FAVORITE WEBSITE: “Failblog.org. I find so much material for all my jokes, intros to speeches and just funny things to show my friends.”
AMBITION: “Eventually a career in the field of law, specifically as a criminal prosecutor. I think it would be exhilarating to have a direct impact on people’s lives, and preparing cases and discussing ideals is something I love.”