Debating Gives You Great Critical Thinking Skills!
the very first aspect of collaborating as a team and researching topics I’d otherwise be none the wiser about”. Caitlin also believes that debating is “a good way to hang out with your friends and helps with both your confidence and ability to talk in front of a crowd”. Year 11 student Amy Treasure said that debating “gives you great critical thinking skills, which is very rewarding”.
One of the highlights for the girls this debating season was beating their brother school and main rival – Aquinas College!
Rebecca Ewing would strongly encourage any students who are interested in public speaking, or who perhaps want to try something new, to join interschool debating.
The Power of Expectations in Shaping Student Success – Jennifer Oaten
Discover the transformative impact of expectations on student success. Learn how belief shapes outcomes in education and beyond.
Weekly Wrap Up: Term 2, Week 1, 2024
Term 2 has kicked off with a bang! We enjoyed the Year 11 Father-Daughter evening, celebrated Earth Day, and welcomed Dr. Mark Williams.
Inspiring Change: Earth Day 2024
Our Earth Day celebration this week was a powerful reminder of our collective responsibility to protect our planet for future generations.
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Author: Santa Maria College
Santa Maria College is a vibrant girls school with a growing local presence and reputation. Our Mission is to educate young Mercy women who act with courage and compassion to enrich our world. Santa Maria College is located in Attadale in Western Australia, 16 km from the Perth CBD. We offer a Catholic education for girls in Years 5 – 12 and have 1300 students, including 152 boarders.
