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Speaking Boldly on the Global Stage
By stepping to the podium to deliver articulate, evidence-based arguments, our student speakers cultivate the core communication skills, critical thinking and confidence essential for impactful leadership.
Members of the Senior School Speech & Debate Team recently represented BSS on both national and international stages. At the prestigious International Independent School Public Speaking Competition (IISPSC), students spent four days competing across diverse categories (including Persuasive, After-Dinner, Extemporaneous and Impromptu speaking). They analyzed global news and debated complex topics with peers from across North America and beyond. Standout performances included Nabeeha S ’27 reaching the final round in After-Dinner Speaking and Charlotte G ’27 securing first place overall in Persuasive Speaking.
Building on this momentum, team members also competed at the fall Fulford Debate Tournament at St. Anne’s School. In the Senior division, Morgan B ’28 and Cici Y ’29 earned an impressive second-place team finish after navigating three rigorous rounds of impromptu debate.
These competitions offer students the opportunity to analyze real-world issues and craft persuasive arguments under pressure. By developing the ability to communicate with conviction, they build the resilience and confidence needed to lead in any arena.
