A Napier school is looking to pave the way for students to have a career in public speaking with a new initiative.
Richmond School, in Maraenui, has launched a new scheme which will give students the opportunity to extend their skills in public speaking, te reo, Samoan, team building, leadership and general etiquette.
The Rich Ambassadors scheme, set up by teacher Steve Brock, will aim to expose students to a range of local and national leaders in education, politics and the community through workshops.
Brock, along with Richmond School principal Shane Foster and Napier mayor Kirsten Wise, announced 10 students on Monday as this year's Rich Ambassadors.
The teacher said it was a privilege, students, teachers and whānau showing support at Monday's announcement assembly, where the 10 students were presented with 'We are Team Napier' T-shirts.