Debating Club

Key Information

Name Role Phone Email
Ms Rebecca Easton Teacher in Charge easton.r@whs.ac.nz
Ms Jane Headon Teacher in Charge headon.j@whs.ac.nz
Ms Susan Hughes Teacher in Charge hughes.s@whs.ac.nz

Debating enables students to learn the art of persuasion, research skills and public speaking skills. Our school teams prepare to compete in regional, and national tournaments.

Who can join: All Students (students may also be interested in adjudicating)

When: Meet weekly during interval.

Events:
Regional and National competitions.
The Central North Island Regional Competition is run over a weekend in March or April.
The Manawatu Secondary Schools Debating runs debates on Saturday/Sunday through terms 2 and 3 (approx twice a term).
Participation is optional.
Students are welcome to attend just the school club.

Cost: Minimal – contribution to entry and transport costs.

Teachers-in-charge:

Ms R Easton, Mr J Headon, Ms S Hughes, Mrs S Sutherland

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