28 May 2025
Congratulations to Annacemone Nasid in Year 11 who is part of the NSW National Schools Debating Championship squad who recently won the Australian Championship for 2025. Plumpton High School has a High Potential and Gifted Education (HPGE) program with approximately 35 students led by Alice Dixon our Head Teacher Mentor who was a National level Debater whilst studying at the University of Sydney.
The National Schools Debating Championships (NSDC) are Australia’s most prestigious high school debating competition. The Championships involve one team from each state and territory, who compete in seven preliminary rounds and three finals rounds to be named national champions. Each state and territory representative team is selected and trained by their local affiliate body.
Participants benefit from a unique opportunity to broaden their intellect, heighten their confidence as public speakers, and meet high-performing students from around Australia. Additionally, participation in the Championships is required to be eligible for selection in the Australian Schools Debating Team, which competes at the World Schools Debating Championships.
The Championships have been run every year since 1971 and rotate between states and territories. The 2025 National Schools Debating Championships were held in Sydney.
Tim Lloyd, Principal
