31/10/2023
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SANTIAGO CITY - Children First School recently hosted an Asian Parliamentary Style Debate as part of its United Nations Celebration from October 26-27 at the schoolโs amphitheater.
The event, under the supervision of Academic Coordinator John Clyde Ranchez and Social Science Advisor Christine Antoinette Casil, saw debaters from Grades 9 to 12 competing for the titles of Best Debater and Best Speaker.
The tournament unfolded over two days, with four rounds, each featuring two teams contending over controversial debated propositions.
The event took place in the school's amphitheater and was presented by Vin Justin E. Bero, with Euan Saint S. Perez and Ian Pablo L. Galang as hosts and adjudicated by a mix of special guests and home judges.
The competition began with the first round, where Grade 9 took on Grade 10 in a battle of wits over the motion: "This House believes that, in underdeveloped countries, child labor is justified." In a fiercely contested round, Grade 10 emerged as the winners, demonstrating strong arguments and persuasive speaking skills.
The second round featured Grade 11 and Grade 12 debating the proposition, "This House supports the implementation of MATATAG curriculum in the Philippines." After a spirited debate, it was Grade 12 who emerged victorious, showcasing their eloquence and well-reasoned arguments.
The second day of the competition began with a surprising turn of events, as the majority of Grade 9 students were absent due to illness, leading to their entire class being suspended to prevent further contagion. Consequently, Grade 11 won by default. However, to justify their victory, an exhibition round was arranged, pitting Grade 11 against the experienced hosts, Euan Saint S. Perez and Ian Pablo L. Galang. This unconventional round revolved around the proposition: "This House regrets the rise of TikTok."
The championship round was the highlight of the day, featuring Grade 10 versus Grade 12, debating the controversial topic: "This House supports the approval of confidential funds among OVP, DepEd, DA, DICT, DFA." In a surprising outcome, Grade 10 emerged as the champions, defending their position with impressive arguments.
The competition left a lasting impression on the participants and the audience. A student from Grade 12, Vin Justin E. Bero, expressed his appreciation for the learning experience and praised the arguments presented by both sides. However, some students, like Drew Ezekiel Diamsay from Grade 8, felt that there could have been more arguments and tension during the debates.
The event organizers believed that the competition was beneficial for the development of young debaters. Euan Saint Perez, one of the hosts, shared his thoughts, saying, "Magagaling pero medyo kulang sa mga arguments, good for first-timers!" (Translation: "They were good, but a bit lacking in arguments, suitable for first-timers!")
The United Nations Asian Parliamentary debate at Children First School provided an exciting platform for young debaters to hone their skills, learn proper debating etiquette, and engage in thoughtful discussions.
Regardless of the outcome, all participants were left with valuable experiences and knowledge to apply in both academic and real-life scenarios.