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Speech and Debate Team Earns High Marks at National Tournament

Big congratulations to Laurel’s Speech and Debate team on their success at the National Speech and Debate Tournament! 
Ana Rubio-Calvillo ‘27 finished as an Octofinalist in United States Extemporaneous Speaking, ultimately landing in 34th place among 200 of the strongest Extempers across the country. Also in US Extemporaneous Speaking, Ella Witalec ‘25 finished as a semifinalist, placing 12th in the nation to finish off her outstanding Speech and Debate career. Finally, in World Schools Debate, Hannah Rosenfeld ‘27 finished as an octofinalist in 10th place, automatically qualifying for next year’s Nationals. 
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