Debate Script

DEBATE OUTLINE OR FLOW OF PROGRAM

I. Opening Spill of host
II. Prayer by Jhourgiena Molines
III. Opening Remarks of Sir Lawrence
IV. Introduction of all parties on stage; party name, name and position with matching bg
music of each party (AKLAS, SINDIE, ZENITH)
V. Explanation of mechanics and guidelines (Explain the three rounds of the debate and who
will answer)
VI. Introduction of the panellist
VII. LET THE BATTLE BEGIN!
VIII. Round 1: Sincerus
IX. Round 2: Aecus
X. Round 3: Cor Fortium
XI. Open Forum (students may ask questions to the candidates pero this one is optional.
XII. Closing spill of hosts. And VOTE JUDICIOUSLY.

Gela​: A leader is a person who stands up for the causes of his / her community. Sincere, Just,
and Brave in both mind and heart.
Cath​: Today, we, the student body, bear as witnesses to this moment, wherein we get to know
the people who took a step out of their personal walls and challenged themselves to stand in
front of you as leaders.
Gela​: Ladies and gentlemen, open your eyes with a vision of the truth,
Cath​: Listen with sensitivity to your surroundings,
Gela​: Speak objectively as you ask these brave and bold students the questions ringing your
curious minds.
Cath​: Lastly, place your careful judgement as you analyze which causes do you wish them to
address.
Both​: This is-- Ductus Exemplo: The Quest for the Pure, Just and Brave.
Gela​: If we have not greeted you yet, then allow us to do so. Good Afternoon, dear ICTzens, I
am Angela Manaloto, your current SSG Grade 10 Representative.
Cath​: And Cathlene Nunag, SSG Grade 7 Representative. We know you are ecstatic to hear
our candidates defend their stands on the arguments. Of course, to further help us decide
wisely throughout the whole event and especially on who to cast our votes, we must first seek
the guidance of our God to be led by Jhourgiena Molines.

(insert Baby G’s prayer here)

Cath​: Thank you Jhourgiena. May we call on Sir Lawrence Agapito to give his visionary
insights, especially on these day of choosing our respectful leaders who will be working
alongside the school in these visions.
(sir lawrence)

Gela:​ Thank you Sir Lawrence for the words of encouragement. I guess everyone’s starting to
get thrilled in hearing our questions being answered but before that, may we call on the
respective party list for their final introduction!
Cath:

Aklas: Isang partidong nagnanais ng pagbabago

Aklas: Isang partidong nangangarap ng pagtutulungan
Aklas: Isang partidong para sa disiplina at kaayusan
Aklas: Kapakanan ng kabataan, kasabay ng pagsulong ng paaralan
AKLAS PARTY LIST.
(AKLAS on stage)
Cath: Thank you Aklas Party.
Gela:

Sindie is the home of the sexi people. Home of the broken and the healed, the dreamers and
the realists. We wish to promote indie culture, self care and mental health awareness. We, from
the sindie family, wish to make a home for everyone. SINDIE PARTY LIST.

Gela​: Thank you Sindie party.

Cath​: Pagmasdan mo ang iyong paligid
Natatanaw mo ba ang mga pagbabago?
Pagbabagong buhat at dala ng panahon
Pagbabagong ikaw rin ang siyang may gawa

Ito'y mula sa iyong paggalaw

Sa mundong ibabaw na ating ginagalawan
Na nagdulot ng isang malaking pagbabago
Kung saan disiplina't mga asal ay animo'y tintang kumukupas
Pagbabago na kung saan ang nagsilbing tahanan
Ay hindi na maipinta

Subalit hindi pa huli ang lahat

Ikaw na siyang bumuwag ay muling gagawa ng hakbang
Sa pamamagitan ng isang paggalaw
Pagbabago ay iyong mamasdan

Ating ibalik ang nakagisnan

Mga nagniningning na tinta
Tintang nakaukit sa nakaraan
Na nagpasigla at nagbigay kulay
Tayo ay makiisa
Nasa ating mga kamay ang pagbabago

Sila ang partidong ZENITH

Cath:​ Thank you Zenith Party. Now, to formalize and to ensure that all scores earned by our
candidates this afternoon will be thoroughly casted, these are the people who will be looking
through our candidates differences, strengths, and weaknesses.
Gela​: Beginning with our Juries at the back, represented by our Class Presidents and Vice
Presidents.
Cath​: For the panelists these afternoon, we have: Jeana Mikaela G. Guese, Supreme Student
Government President.
Gela​: Frances Gail T. Mendoza, Supreme Student Government Vice President.
Cath​: Nehemiah Jem Umali, Supreme Student Government Secretary.
Gela​: Mr. Michael L. Quiazon, Supreme Student Government Adviser.
Cath​: Mrs. Maria Rita O. Catingco, Supreme Student Government Co - Adviser.
Gela​: Mrs. Catherine Q. Canlas, ICTHS Guidance Counselor.
Cath​: Mr. Rico Martin Razon, (not sure if The Convergence Adviser or JHS Faculty
Representative)
Gela​: Lastly, Mrs. Rosalina S. Molines, (di ako sure if siya or si maam jean Timpucan Adviser)
Cath​: Our panelists and juries will be following the guidelines and mechanics in scoring to be
read by ____________.
_____________: The Debate format this year shall conform to the following guidelines and
mechanics strengthened by the SSG’s motto Ductus Exemplo or Leadership by example. Here
are the following standards:
Mechanics
The debate is divided into three segments:
• ​Sincerus​ (TRUE, Honest, pure) - In this round, only the Vice Presidents should defend their
sides regarding their beliefs when it comes to social issues. Questions will be provided by the
SSG Officers an hour before the said debate.
• ​Aecus​ (fair, even, JUST) - The aecus round determines the Presidents’ ability to decide
judiciously when it comes to questions of morality and how they will manage the situations.
• ​Cor Fortium​ (Brave Heart) - Being fearless in facing personal and social challenges is one of
the qualities of being an efficient leader. Cor Fortium tests how sturdy and resilient the aspirants
are. They will be given a minute to answer the question they picked from the bowl, coming from
the student body.
These are the following ​Guidelines and criteria​ in scoring:

·​ ​The candidates should show in his/her answer the relevance to the question given
to them.
·​ ​The candidate should answer with conviction and able to defend his/her point
regarding the said topic.
·​ ​Each student will be given a total amount of 60 seconds to answer the first question
or for the defending and 45 seconds for the follow up questions. Inability to answer
 within the given frame or any additional time asked will be a point deduction for the said
candidate.
·​ ​Most importantly, the students should reflect the qualities of being a student leader
in answering the queries with respect and confidence.
The decision of the panelists is final and should be respected.
Ratings for each candidate ranges from:
5​ - Excellent
4 ​- Very Satisfactory
3 ​- Satisfactory
2 ​- Poor
​1 ​- ​ ​Very Poor

Gela​: Thank you ________________. And now, the moment we have been waiting for has
arrived. Let’s begin with the first round, SINCERUS. Requesting the Vice Presidents to please
stand in the middle of the stage. We will be reading the question aloud, and you will be given a
minute each to defend your sides. Afterwards, you may have an exchange for another 45
seconds and lastly, give your 30 second conclusions each.

READ THE QUESTION THEN DEBATE

Cath​: Scores may now be given to the candidates. Beginning with Kean David of Aklas Party
list. Next, Natasha Canlas of Zenith Party list.

Cath​: The first round concluded with both strong opinions! Moving on to the next round,
AECUS. May we ask the Presidents per party to please prepare yourselves. Similar to the first
round, we will be reading the question aloud, and you will be given a minute each to defend
your sides. Afterwards, you may have an exchange for another 45 seconds and lastly, give your
30 second conclusions each. Here is your topic and question:

READ THE QUESTION THEN DEBATE

Gela:​ Scores may now be given to the candidates. Beginning with Adrian Tumang of Aklas
Party list. Then, Anne Pinpin of Sindie party list. Lastly, Camille Peralta of Zenith Party list.

Before we begin with the next round, here is a recap of all the scores earned by our candidates:

(RECAP OF SCORES DAPAT MABILISANG TALLY)

Gela​: Cor Fortium, or Brave Heart. Each candidate, beginning with the Grade 8 Representative,
will pick a question from the bowl. These questions are anonymously from the Student Body. A
minute will be given to answer the question. Follow up questions from the panelists and juries
will be raised after all the candidates in one position are done answering their questions. 45
seconds will be given for the follow up questions and only one to two questions will be
entertained per candidate. Let’s begin with the Grade 8 Representatives.
(THIS PART PATAAS NA POSITION, INTERVAL OF 9 CANDIDATES TAPOS RECAP NG
SCORES WALA NAMAN TALAGANG EXACT WORDS HERE KUNDI RECAP, PICK YOUR
QUESTION, AND THE FLOOR IS NOW OPEN FOR FOLLOW UP QUESTIONS. DON’T
FORGET TO SAY THANK YOU.)
Flow of Cor Fortium
Grade 8 Rep.
(*Follow up question)
Grade 9 Rep.
(Follow up question)
Grade 10 Rep.
(Follow up question)
RECAP OF SCORES
Grade 11 Rep.
*
Grade 12 Rep.
*
JHS Chairperson
*
RECAP
SHS Chairperson
*
PO
*
PIO
*
RECAP
Auditor
*
Treasurer
*
Secretary
*
RECAP
Vice President
*
President
*
RECAP

Cath​: Now, we will be having an open forum. Any student may ask their personal question
directed to any candidate/s. Only one question per student will be entertained. (THIS IS
OPTIONAL. GUYS CHECK THE TIME FIRST. PAG 5:00 NA MISSION ABORT PROCEED TO
THE CLOSING SPILL)

Cath​: We hope you heard the answers you wanted to hear.

Gela​: It is up to your judgement who you will be supporting on the election days.
Cath​: For the election schedule, Grade 7 and 8 will be voting on February 14, 2018
(Wednesday) while Grades 9 to 11 will vote on February 15, 2018 (Thursday). Announcement
of winners will be on Thursday dismissal.
Gela:​ The SSG Officers will be ushering you on the election day following a schedule. And we
are reminding everyone to please VOTE JUDICIOUSLY.
Cath​: Once again, this is--
Both​: DUCTUS EXEMPLO: The Quest for the Pure, Just and Brave.
Gela​: Good Afternoon and Have a nice day!