The Debating Program gives students the opportunity to develop their skills in preparing, presenting and defending logical argument.
These skills are valuable preparation for essay writing in English and other subjects. They engage in heated, but intellectual, exchanges of ideas and become confident at speaking in public. These skills will serve students well academically, both at school and beyond. Debating is also an extracurricular activity viewed favourably by employers on resumes.
Anyone can be involved, with senior programs occurring earlier in the year and junior programs occurring later in the year. The debating competition for years 9-12 occurs over the first three terms, spread out across 5 nights of debating. In addition to the competition nights there are various training nights that run afterschool. Debating offers a safe and inclusive space where students can challenge themselves in a supportive environment.
