Today, the Student Council Organization (SCO) organized a debate competition with the theme “Voices of Unity: A United Nations Debate” at the Kinder Auditorium, held from 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm. Junior High School students took on the challenge of discussing prevalent social issues, covering topics from government oversight to the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI). The atmosphere was charged with passionate intensity as the competition commenced.
The event began with a matchup between Team 1 (Grades 7 & 10) and Team 2 (Grades 8 & 9), who debated whether the government has the right to monitor people’s online activities. Team 2 emerged victorious and advanced to the championships. In the finals, with the topic of AI’s impact on society and education, both teams presented fierce rebuttals and counterarguments. Ultimately, one team stood out, claiming the title of the Debate Champion which are the Grade 8 students. Grade 9 followed closely as the 1st Runner-Up.
Special awards were also given to recognize outstanding individuals:
1st Round:
Best Speaker: Arian Mendoza
Excellence in Research: Jahmel Gacoma
Outstanding Debater: Vinzh Pagdato
Championship Round:
Best Speaker: Kyle Go
Excellence in Research: John Isaac Maraguinot
Outstanding Debater: Aleiz Sandy Pabon
Congratulations to all the winners! 
Written by: Princess Hipone
Original photo credits: John Zachary Tan
