We broke into semi-finals :DD
YAYYYYYYYYYYYYY.

TJ U16 invites!

Finals

Prize-giving

Presentation of the challenge trophy :)

Team PL

CCA Fair





then...

...now

:DD

Hello! Here are the latest updates:

Temasek Junior College u16s Invitationals (JAN)
YAY (: We emerged victors for the first time, bypassing Raffles (in the semis) and Hwa Chong (in the finals) to clinch the over-all trophy. It was a nerve-wrecking, insomnia-inducing period for us, no doubt. Hassles over blazer-borrowing, countless blisters and uniform 'dos finally culminated in that one special night. Of course, let's not forget the Preliminary Rounds which were held on a separate day, as well. Suffice to say, throughout the course of competition, we've had much help and for that, we have a few very important people to thank (: LIZ, for being a fabulous coach and helping us with our cases, sometimes despite the very ungodly hours. JEBRO, for being ever so supportive and encouraging of us. Especially when we needed it the most. MISS DONG, for being the cheeriest and most avid supporter-cum-teacher ever. MRS ONG, for overseeing our welfare (and ensuring we do not suffer from hunger pangs despite us being too distracted to eat). SUPPORTERS, for your cheers, applause, hugs and well wishes. TEAM, for always always being there :D

CCA Fair-cum-Sec1 Recruitment Drive (JAN)
Lots of people signed up to audition, much to our surprise. Goes to show debate is gaining popularity in PL. :D The good thing is, we've got lots of plans laid out this year so be prepared to get involved neck-deep! Auditions went well too. Glad to have had Samsee and Jebro both there to source out fresh talent. (: We see a lot of promise in our sec1 batch!

To any juniors who may be viewing this, we warmly welcome you to the team! Currently, as you already know, Clara is in charge of showing you the ropes. Before long, we look forward to having you train with the rest of the seniors!

p.s. Didn't you love the booth, posters, 'Get Hooked' souvenirs (Debate), pamphlets and all else? Personally, I thought it looked great. Kudos to all who chipped in (:

Julia Gabriels (FEB onwards)
That time of the year is here again! When schools nationwide convene to partake in the prestigious annual clash of wits, in a showdown of elan and elocution. For the uninitiated, JGs is The (biggest) Competition of the year because it determines each school's standing (be it A, B or C division) in the Debate Circuit. In Round One, we were pitted against Anglican High. It was a close debate (: The second round is coming up on 9 March! It's the last Friday of term1. So, if you're free, then I trust you know what to do :D

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Okay, that rounds up this post (: In the meanwhile, we're scouring for a new skin. I trust Hilary will do up something, aye? (;

Till then, bye!

Meth Cup '06

...and PL Debate did it again, with both teams clinching two out of three wins (:
To God Be The Glory

Hello everyone!

It's been a while, hasn't it?

Here's the low-down on the latest happenings:

As you perspicacious ones might have noticed, PLdebate:TheBlog has undergone a slight revamp (: I hope this blog is now fully functional, but if you do spot any glitches, leave a tag! My suggestion to spruce up the side column apropos the layout hasn't been too successful, what with the (unbelievable) lack of photos, but no matter :)

Also, we're trying to recruit new members, so if you know of anyone who shows a keen interest in the verbal act of sparring, then do let us or Mrs Ong know.

Alas, it is that time of the year again. Meth Cup and other competitions are just round the corner. So, in the interim, trainings will be intensified somewhat. Brace yourselves :D

Come to think of it, try as best to avail yourselves this holidays. There are quite a few debate camps coming up, namely the DA camp, Siglap and most probably a HwaChong one too. Not to mention, the exhibition debates.

Also, I hoped all of you kept a record of the competitions and camps you've attended throughout the year because it will contribute toward your CCA points and if need be, go haggle for more (:

That's about all I have to say for now.

Oh yeah, do update more often, the rest of you! With frivolities, quizzes, anything.

Until then,
Rachael

p/s. best of luck, return of results tomorrow!

Also, please check your emails for the debate folder that Robyn sent. It's crucial!

Training will be held tomorrow at 2A1, 3pm.
Liz is coming down, so see you there!

Please frequent the debate blog for updates especially in the holidays, everyone!
Spread the word.

ok U14. you all did well. yay. quarters. next year's team beat that and aim for semis.

i suppose you all know that the three speakers were ranked in top 10 best speakers but no harm placing it up here for all to see.

Robyn-8th
Rachael-6th
Charis-5th

congrats and continue to train hard.

oh and nic is going to try to apply to ACJC through DSA-debate. so pray for her k.

Sam

Hello!

Much has happened in the past few weeks.

u14s, friendly spars etc.

We hope all of you can make it tomorrow for the Grand Finals of the u14s debating championships. It's MGS (prop) vs RGS (opp). The motion reads:

THBT the information super highway should be free from the traffic police.

(...or something along those lines anyway)

Sounds interesting eh.

So yes. Tell one of us if you're coming (:

Hello everyone,

Robyn, Charis and Rachael would just like to say a big thank you to everyone ((:

The different renditions can be found here:

robyn

rachael

charis

And although our maiden journey has ended here (and yes, despite what many may think, this is our first competition together as a speaking team), we look forward to the many opportunities ahead (:

Till then, cheerio.

School's been totally slack these days and really, I don't know how any of you can stand it. But no matter. At least the June hols are coming very very soon. Whoopeedoopeedoo.

Speaking of the June hols, you do know that there's a debate camp coming up, right?

Well, even if you didn't know at first, now you do :)

Robyn and Rachael will be away at CAP which leaves only Charis and Rachel and erm, possibly Meena.

Sec1s who are interested can go approach Clara. Details on the LD board.

dumdeedum.

Here's a little something to everyone :)
...liz, tiff, mrs ong and the lovely juniors who helped in moving desks and chairs.
not to mention, our dear sec3s for coming down to help us during trainings.
and the sec4s who gave us moral support and encouragement.

...and the verdict's out!

We broke ((:

Along with CHIJ Toa Payoh, SCGS, RI, RGS, HCI, MGS and St Nicks.

Kudos to all.

Youth14s prelim motion:

THBT sustainable development is an impossible dream.

Supporters are all welcome!
Especially our juniors (:

Let any one of us know if you're coming down!

...Till Monday!

Look what I found(:

I hope this dispels the myth of debaters being cantankerous cos we're actually quite erm...


you get the idea((:

To the u14s team (and all whom it may concern):

You are cordially invited to a sleepover at my house on Friday, 12 May 2006

:DD

After training, let's go somewhere nearby for dinner before trooping over to my place. We can spend the entire night debating and prepping till the wee hours of the morning. Ooo, don't forget the night strolls to the park near my house. And if we're feeling particularly piggy, we can call the 24-hour Macs or smth :) Then, of course, we mustn't forget bay window-ing, camera-whoring and sitting under the stars (in my nicely mowed garden, of course).

:DD

I'm looking forward to it. Dumdeedum.

Go ask your folks real soon!

love, rachael

(...i'm open to suggestions!)

And my sister has consented to sharing her room with four "big" girls on the condition that

1) we do not disrupt her beauty sleep

HAHAHA.

Good times, bad times
Pain will come and pain will go
If I care for nothing
Sun don't shine

And if by chance we both forget
The passage of space and time between
Pick up the pieces cold and wet
And drive them before the light to clean

Good times, bad times
Pain will come and pain will go
If I care for nothing
Sun don't shine and the grass don't grow
Bloodletting go

<333.

I was about to turn this into a total banal and trite post when I realised I had art homework left with so many other things on my agenda too.

I mean, how apt would my clicheness be right before my 2nd u14s competition?

ok im here to liven things up a little with my entry. :DDD how nice of me right. ok yes i admit. its cause i have nothing else better to do thats why im sitting in front of my computer blogging for this blog. but you see. I'm nice, thats why i'm blogging. and dont you guys dare say its utter rubbish. *sweet smile*

anyway just an update on how pl debate has been going on. Ermm quite obviously we didnt make it to the Julia Gabriel's quarter cause we only won 1 out of 3 thus unable to break. But its all in the name of competition so what can i do? *shrugs*

U14s should be coming up but dont bug me about the details cause I DONT HAVE THEM! i'll tell you once i receive it so stop pestering me for it. hahaha. anyway there will definitely be more competitions for you guys to participate in so just look forward to them and don't complain when i ask you to practice debating.

Sec1s, i doubt any of you have visited our blog, but anyway hope you'll fast become loud confident speakers by the end of the year compared to what I have seen from the first meeting with you all. haha. but its alright. =)). just get yourself involved in our activities and you guys will improve in no time, though there is a lot to learn.

well...oh yeah just realised you all dont know when is my birthday so here it is. *big grin* 2nd august. there. hahaha.

ciao
SamSee

all the best to the past, present and future pl debaters