The Year 9/10 team in the Premier's Debating Challenge faced their first debate on Thursday 23rd of May, against Illawarra Sports High School.
The topic for the debate was "That universities should have a 50% quota for females in STEM subjects".
Kanahooka argued the affirmative case, explaining that quotas were essential to ensure equality, while Lake Illawarra argued the negative case, that natural correction would occur by doing nothing.
It was a complex debate, and well argued. The adjudicator ultimately gave the debate to Illawarra Sports High, as they argued their case consistently throughout the debate.
Chelsea, Xander, Michael, Jye, Glen, Will, Lyndon and Joel all learned a huge amount of new skills while particpating in the debate. We would like to thank Mr Wassink and his students for sharing a fantastic day.
Watch this space for the next debate results. We compete against Wollongong High School of the Performing Arts on Wednesday 3rd of July.
Image: Chelsea opening the debate.
Image: The audience listening carefully.
Image: The adjudicator considers the arguments.
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