Debate

Welcome to Xinmin Debate Club!

The Xinmin Debate Club nurtures logical reasoning and sharpens analytical thinking in its members, guiding them to craft well-founded opinions and communicate their ideas with clarity and conviction. Students take part in both internal sparring matches and national-level competitions, demonstrating their strengths across different formats and styles of debating. Recently, members have joined events designed for both seasoned debaters and newcomers, giving them rich opportunities to practise, learn and grow in their craft.

Activities

Eunoia Debating Championships
Singapore Secondary Schools Debating Championship
Mid-Year Debate Invitationals
Raffles Debate Association U-14s Debating Championships
YMCA Plain English Speaking Awards (PESA)

CCA Schedule

Fridays: 2pm to 6pm

Leadership Development:

The Xinmin Debate Club thrives under the commitment of its Executive Committee, whose leaders take on essential responsibilities while sharpening their leadership skills. They plan and coordinate programmes, oversee debate sessions and manage duties during training and competitions, ensuring that every activity is conducted smoothly and effectively.

Student Leaders

Chairperson: Edison Lee Rui Yang (402, 2025)
Vice-Chairperson: Dave Krivish Vishal (402, 2025)
Head of Welfare: Koann Kwok Ke En (401, 2025)
Head of Publicity: Chakarin Tongchanachai (403, 2025)

Excellence:

In 2025, the Xinmin Debate Club proudly reached the semi-finals of the Singapore Secondary Schools Debating Championships (SSSDC), with one member recognised as a Top 5 Speaker. These milestones mark an important step forward for the club, reflecting both individual talent and the collective effort behind every debate.

Our achievements this year are not only about results but about the journey of growth we share as a team. Each member has played a part in pushing boundaries, supporting one another, and striving for improvement together. The spirit of collaboration and determination forms the foundation of the club, and we continue to build on these successes as we grow stronger, sharper, and more united with every experience.

Accomplishments

SSSDC (Semi-finalist, 2025)
SSSDC (Top 5 Speaker, 2025)

Community Engagement:

Beyond competitive debating, members of Xinmin Debate Club regularly take part in sparring sessions and collaborative exchanges with other schools, fostering friendships and shared learning experiences. The club places great value on gratitude, collaboration, and team spirit, recognising that every member’s contribution strengthens the group as a whole.

Be part of the Xinmin Debate Club, where sharp thinking grows and every voice is heard. Engage, spar, and succeed as we challenge ideas, spark change, and rise together!

Teachers-in-charge

Ms Nanthini Gunasekaran
Ms Junice Chia (IC)

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