Debating Begins

Our Grade 8 & 9's began a new adventure in the Debating arena this term.

Their teacher organised a "mock" debate initially and it was mandatory for all learners to participate. She chose the groups and off they went.

Their first topic of debate was: "Respect is a matter of choice, therefore I am free to respect only those who respect me." An outside judge/adjudicator was brought in for the debate and both teams did admirably, especially considering that it was their first time.

From the outcome of this debate 5 learners were chosen to represent our School at a debate at a Girls School in Town. The topic given to them to prepare for that debate was "We should lower the legal working age to 12" - we had to argue for this.

We lost the debate, but it was a wonderful opportunity, we learnt a lot and look forward to the next one.

Well done to those Grade 8 & 9 learners who took part.

Let the Debate begin.

Moments of the Debate