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• Oliphant Debate - Welham Boys' August 19
  Pathways World School, Gurgaon
  

From August 17th to August 19th, Pathways School participated in the esteemed 33rd Oliphant Memorial Debate hosted at Welhams Boys School in Dehradun. This event followed the Modified British Parliamentary debate style, offering a valuable learning experience to all participants.

The Pathways team, consisting of Yasha Jain, Ira Rana, and Parv Bansal from DP 1, enthusiastically embarked on this journey to showcase their debating prowess amidst strong competition. The event spanned two days, each filled with significant experiences and challenges.

The students commenced their journey with a six-hour train ride, ultimately arriving at the picturesque campus of Welhams Boys School. The hosts warmly welcomed them with a guided tour of the campus, led by student representatives who shared insights into the school's history and facilities. After settling in, the participants enjoyed a delightful lunch at the school cafeteria, providing them with an opportunity to socialize and make new friends.

Day two started with an orientation session, where the fundamental rules of the Modified British Parliamentary debate style were thoroughly explained. The preliminary rounds began, creating a tense atmosphere as teams competed for top positions. The day was marked by intense preparation as participants engaged in three challenging debate rounds. Equipped with their newfound knowledge of the debate style, the Pathways team secured two wins and one loss, successfully earning a spot in the semifinals.

The final day of the competition witnessed the highly anticipated semifinals. Although the Pathways team delivered an exceptional performance, they narrowly missed securing a spot in the finals. Following the final debate, the event concluded with the award distribution. Yasha Jain from PWS received recognition as the Best Speaker for Round 3.

As the event came to an end, farewells were exchanged, and the participants headed to the train station to begin their journey back home. The experience at the 33rd Oliphant Memorial Debate not only enriched the students' understanding of different debate styles but also provided an opportunity to forge new friendships and enhance their public speaking skills. The entire experience created lasting memories, offered fresh perspectives, and ignited a passion for debate among the students.