WEEK OF 04/16/2023:
Themes, topics, and categories - oh my!
By Ren Leija
Hello,
Sorry for the late updates, but I hope everyone is doing well and having a great week! I can’t believe we’re this far in April, and all I know is, I am so excited for Spring weather to come.
We are only two months away from the Great Debate, which is so crazy! These Great Debaters are ready for it though.
Read all about what happened this week! As always, if you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to nhiaustin@nhimail.com.
See everyone next week!
- Ren Leija, NHI at Austin Collegiate Communications Director
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Upcoming Events
Mark your calendars!
Our sixth debate training will be on April 23, 2023 on Zoom from 11 P.M. - 1 P.M. Meeting details have been emailed to students and parent/guardian(s). If you have any questions, ask in the Discord.
Induction Ceremony has been postponed. We will post on social media and inform everyone here of the new date.
Weekly Wonderings
This week, we dived right into themes, topics, and category breakdowns!
Every year, there is a different theme for the Great Debate, and all regions train their categories(oratory, extemporaneous speaking, cross-examination, and mock trial) in relation to this theme and topic.
The Great Debaters put their minds to work to learn all about the theme, breaking it down in-depth, sparking excellent ideas and conversations among their peers.
Fundamental of the Week
NHI has 25 core fundamentals that are core to our success. These fundamentals define how we relate to ourselves, each other, and our community.
This week’s fundamental is…
#4: Honor Commitments
Do what you say you’re going to do, when you say you’re going to do it, the right way. If a commitment can’t be fulfilled, let others know in advance and do what you can to make it right.
Calendar
Joke of the Week
What does the ocean do when it sees its friends?
Waves!
- Ren Leija, NHI at Austin Collegiate Communications Director