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ACC Debating and Public Speaking
On Monday 8 November, students in Years 7 and 8 represented De La Salle in the ACC Junior Debating and Public Speaking Competition. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the competition took place online using Zoom.
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The students involved in Debating were Archie Philpot, Xavier Jones, Indie Chrystie, Christian Petrides, Ned Lovegrove and Jono Burkitt.
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Public Speakers were Matthew Hayes, Lincoln Patten, Alex Pearse and Luca Yannas
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Chosen and nominated topics included: banning smoking in public places, the need for climate action, parent access to their child’s social media accounts, current housing affordability, COVID-19 vaccinations and testing on animals. The students involved demonstrated great commitment and dedication in their preparation and all topics were tackled brilliantly. Each speaker presented strongly and with flair.
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Both De La Salle teams finished top three, with the Public Speakers coming in second and the Debaters in third place. Both groups were in Division 1.
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We congratulate all involved and warmly welcome any student who would like to become involved next year.
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Cate McIlroy
Classroom Teacher
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Photo: Xavier Jones, Archie Philpot and Ned Lovegrove prepare for their debate “That we should ban Zoos”
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