Debate In Action: A Closer Look At Our Middle School Tournaments
Our middle school students are currently making an impressive mark in the debate season, showcasing their critical thinking, public speaking, and teamwork skills with debates on Mars Colonizataion. With passion and enthusiasm, they engage in lively discussions, demonstrating both respect for their peers and a commitment to learning.
The atmosphere is electric as students present their arguments with confidence, actively listening and responding to one another. Check out these snapshots capturing our talented students in action!

Enjoying their pizza – a staple at every tournament!

Debaters from Washington Technology Magnet School prep their case with confidence and conviction.

Students stand and deliver their speeches, defending their teams’ stance.

Taking careful notes (flowing) allows debaters to keep track of the arguments in the debate and skillfully articulate their opposition.

Each debate showcases the power of persuasive dialogue.

A student fiercely advocates for their team’s side.

Students listen carefully as their opponents engage in a whirlwind of ideas and rhetoric.

Debaters from Capitol Hill defend their team’s perspective and listen carefully to their opponents’ arguments.

Both teams highlighted the impact of thoughtful discussion.

Hidden River Middle Schools smile during a round that demonstrated exceptional reasoning and eloquence.

More Hidden River debaters smiling after an impactful discussion.

Yinghua Academy debaters smile in the heat of a debate.

Debaters get the opportunity to test their mettle against students from nearby schools.