Premier's Debating Challenge for Years 5 and 6 – Illawarra and South East Primary Debating workshops – RSVP deadline
Dates
Please RSVP by Fri 28 Mar 2025
These workshops are designed to coach and provide practise in debating skills, including rebuttal, arguments, definitions, and speakers' roles. The workshops also feature games and activities, giving each student a chance to deliver a short speech with feedback. Around 3,500 students from nearly 500 schools across NSW participated in the previous year, and even more are expected this year.
Workshop venues and dates
Time: 9:30 am to 2:45 pm (arrival by 9:15 am recommended)
- Mon 7 Apr – Jerrabomberra Public School
- Tue 8 Apr – Bowral Public School
- Wed 9 Apr – Balarang Public School
- Thu 10 Apr – Lindsay Park Public School
- Fri 11 Apr – Batemans Bay Public School
Workshop details
Participants: Open to teachers and a maximum of 8 students per school, with the possibility to bring additional students upon request.
Cost: $25.00 per student, debited after the event.
Requirements for students: Bring morning tea and lunch, a clipboard, and note-taking materials. Palm cards and a light morning tea and lunch will be provided for adults.
Registration: Complete the registration form or email with school details, contact teacher’s name, preferred and alternate venues, and the number of participants.
