english language drama and debate society

The English Language Drama and Debate Society aims to train eloquent individuals who are confident in expressing themselves through performance and public speaking. As safety measures relax, the year promises exciting opportunities for our members to hone their skills as most competitions and events resume with much normalcy. Most importantly, it allows for our members to further strengthen their relationship with one another through physical interactions – something each member enthusiastically looks forward to! Our members, especially the Executive Committee, found it especially gratifying to be able to organise and conduct bonding sessions for the members.

“Some of the memorable experiences would be the Secondary 1 ELDDS Orientation games and the Seniors’ Farewell. I can’t help but to marvel over the fact that this was the very first time we were able to do fun physical activities like Amazing Race and Minute-to-Win-It games after two years of virtual interactions. We really took for granted the time we could spend together, and I’m certain it’s something we will forever appreciate now. These were also the first few projects that I got to work on with my lovely team of EXCOs whom I am truly blessed to have as my support system in the CCA. I will always remember our endless meetings and weeks of planning together, while sharing some laughs in the process!” –

Liliane Delfin Athaide, President of ELDDS

For the first time, the Drama students performed and collaborated with other Performing Arts groups in a theatrical production of ‘Charlie and the Chocolate Factory’. The production was showcased on a screen in an outdoor setting, right under our school’s beautiful evening sky for the school’s gettogether event, Soiree Under the Stars: Coming Together. It was an experience that sparked great joy and pride for our members, as they got to see their parents and friends as audience to their play, which they had prepared months ahead.

The Debate students too experienced a fair share of victorious moments this year, emerging champions in the Silver Division in the Debate Association Debating Championships, as well as bagging the Best Speaker Award in the division! While the debate competitions were still held via Zoom, our debaters seem to be more than ready for a challenge, whatever the platform may be. ELDDS is especially proud to acknowledge the journey of growth and learning that has brought them thus far. They look forward to growing as a team of confident performers and speakers in another enriching year ahead!