ScullionLAW is proud to be helping young people in Lanarkshire gain positive life skills by participation in the ScullionLAW Debating Cup 2011. Ten schools from North and South Lanarkshire have taken part this year and the debating teams were afforded a marvellous opportunity to visit the Hamilton Sheriff Court and witness live debate in the Courts of Law.
Round One of the Scullion Debating Cup was held on October 5th 2011 where experienced debaters judged the pupils on their performance. Six teams have gone forward to the next round. The aim of the competition is for pupils to gain skills in several areas; particularly in research, original thought, the formation and presentation of an argument, and the confidence to deliver it. This will be invaluable no matter what career they decide to pursue.
The Semi Final was held on Wednesday 2nd November, with representatives from Our Lady’s High, Larkhall Academy, Biggar High, Uddingston Grammar, John Ogilvy High and St Andrew’s and St Brides High School each competing to reach to Final.
Congratulations to Bigger High and Uddingston Grammar for getting through to the Final! This will be held at South Lanarkshire Council Headquarters on 7th December.
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