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The student news site of Westwood High School.

Westwood Horizon
The student news site of Westwood High School.

Westwood Horizon
Rapidly typing on their computers, Pranav Balakrishnan '25 and Ethan Andrew '26 finalize their rebuttal speech at the University of Emory's elimination rounds. After two days of fierce competition, the team knew that this win could help propel them to the final round of the tournament.

Speech and Debate Puts Skills to Test at Emory University’s Barkley Forum

Charlie Hui, Dreamcatcher Assistant Editor • January 30, 2025

Flying into Emory University on Friday, Jan. 24, Speech and Debate competed throughout the weekend at the university’s Barkley Forum, with Pranav Balakrishnan ‘25 and Ethan Andrew ‘26 placing second...

Preparing new signs and posters for the tournament, Ethan Chen '27 and Amogh Badrayani '25 draw out careful directions for competition locations. The Westwood Bowl was run by student volunteers who helped from early morning to late in the night.

Speech and Debate Hosts Annual Tournament

Charlie Hui, Dreamcatcher Assistant Editor • November 13, 2024

After over two months of traveling the country competing at other school’s tournaments, Westwood was finally ready to host its own. On Saturday, Nov. 9, the school saw students flood into its doors...

Posing with bright smiles, speech and debate competitors stand proudly as they display their array of trophies won at the Hendrickson Debate Tournament. The tournament not only gave seasoned, returning debaters another chance to showcase their talent, but was also the first opportunity offered to sophomore novices to try out a varsity level competition.

Debate Soars To New Heights at Hendrickson Debate Tournament

Charlie Hui, Dreamcatcher Assistant Editor • September 9, 2024

Bright smiles lighting up across Hendrickson’s main cafeteria, Westwood Speech and Debate competitors stood proud as they displayed their array of trophies won from August 31st’s tournament.  At...

Crushing opponents, Ishan Sharma ‘24 and Ayush Triphathi ‘24 compete in their Policy Debate tournament. The two emerged victorious in both their tournaments at Greenhill and the Texas Forensic Association, representing the best of debate's dedication.

Debaters Excel in Recent Tournaments

Jia Chun, Heritage Sports Editor • October 3, 2023

Beginning their season strong, debate has crushed opponents in recent competitions full-out, winning a number of TFA (Texas Forensic Association) and TOC (Tournament of Champions) competitions since the...

Looking forward to teaching debate during his first year at Westwood, Mr. Henderson additionally aims to get involved in the broader campus community.

Debate Teacher Mr. Dominic Henderson Brings His Passion for Learning to the Debate Program

Sabareesh Dinakaran, Reporter • September 7, 2023

From growing up in a microcosm of poverty to discovering and pursuing his passion for learning, Mr. Dominic Henderson uses his classroom not only to teach but also to help students view life from diverse...

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