The Teen Debater
Events
HSM-TTD MUN 2024
​HSM-TTD MUN 2024 was a prestigious online Model United Nations (MUN) conference hosted by the High School Moms and The Teen Debater community. It offered an unparalleled opportunity for students to engage in diplomatic debates and solve global issues while embodying the principles of diplomacy, negotiation, collaboration, adaptability, and creativity. The conference was designed to be intellectually stimulating, fostering an adaptive mindset essential for dynamic discussions. Over the course of three days, the conference featured a diverse set of committees, providing a comprehensive MUN experience for both beginners and advanced participants. From heated debates to hilarious mishaps we had it all. The event provided the participants with lifetime experience and a new network of MUNers in their contact book.
With over 19 committees and 90+ delegates India, Dubai and many other countries, it truly was a success. The proceedings of each and every committee was overseen by an executive board who were part of the cream of the cream of the MUN world. With multiple benefits including a diverse committee selection, networking opportunities, training sessions, recognition and awards and our guest speaker Abhishek Gupta giving valuable words to our delegates, there is no other MUN like HSM-TTD MUN.
Plato Essay Challenge
Plato's Essay Challenge
The Plato Essay Challenge stands as one of our most significant, attracting an impressive 4,500 entries and featuring over 20 esteemed judges. Partnering with Gide.ai and High School Moms we have involved some major players in the education sector. This remarkable success not only provides invaluable exposure to students but also enriches their understanding of creative writing and a diverse range of topics. With multiple prizes at stake, the challenge offered an exciting opportunity that was truly worth pursuing.
Categories included psychology, pop culture, politics, economics and science, with this diverse selection everybody is a winner with participation certificates. Watch out next year to participate in one of the biggest essay challenges we have had!
Ultimate Essay Competition
The Teen Debater’s Ultimate Essay Battle was an exhilarating showcase of creativity, critical thinking, and writing skills! Students from Grades 9-10 and 11-12 participated in this exciting competition, where they were given three thought-provoking topics to choose from during a one-hour Zoom session. The event saw young minds come together to showcase their talent, with each participant crafting an insightful essay under time pressure. What sets our competition apart is that we treat the essay as an argument rather than a traditional essay, encouraging students to structure their responses persuasively and critically. With expert judges evaluating the submissions based on a structured rubric, the competition was intense and highly competitive.
The topics chosen for the competition were designed to push the boundaries of students' critical thinking and creativity. Each prompt was carefully crafted to spark deep reflection and challenge participants to explore complex issues from multiple perspectives. From debating the ethical implications of new technologies to analyzing the role of education in shaping societal values, the topics provided a platform for students to engage with timely and relevant subjects. This allowed participants not only to showcase their writing abilities but also to demonstrate their capacity for thoughtful argumentation and analysis. By encouraging students to approach the topics as arguments, we aimed to foster a deeper understanding of the issues at hand, while also honing their persuasive writing skills.
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The Space Wreck Trial
Final Transmission: The Space Wreck Trial
The Teen Debater’s Final Transmission: The Space Wreck Trial was a one-of-a-kind fusion of storytelling, ethical reasoning, and persuasive debate. Set against a dramatic space survival scenario, this high-stakes event challenged participants to step into the shoes of real-life space icons — from Elon Musk and Michael Foale to Ellen Ochoa and Kalpana Chawla — and argue why their character deserved to be the lone survivor in a spaceship crash with only one parachute.
Hosted on Zoom, the event brought together sharp minds who had to make compelling, emotionally charged cases not just based on logic, but ethics, legacy, and human value. With an AI judge evaluating their arguments and audience votes shaping the outcome, it was more than a debate — it was a moral battlefield.
What set this Teen Debater event apart was its immersive format — blending drama, debate, and decision-making under pressure. Participants had to navigate sabotage, plot twists, and impossible choices in real time. The goal wasn't just to argue well, but to embody the persona of their character and convince everyone in the room — human and AI alike — that they were worth saving.
Final Transmission pushed boundaries like never before. It was intense. It was unpredictable. It was ethical chaos — and an unforgettable experience for everyone involved.
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Turncoat Event
Mind Flip: The Teen Debater Turncoat Challenge
The Teen Debater's Turncoat Challenge was a whirlwind of words, wit, and war-of-views — where participants had to do the unthinkable: argue for a motion, then instantly flip and tear down their own case. Held over two intense days on Zoom, this fast-paced event tested not just speaking skills, but mental agility and philosophical balance.
There were no set topics — only surprises. Debaters had minimal prep and maximum pressure, thrown into dynamic motions that forced them to think on their feet, challenge their own assumptions, and master the art of seeing both sides. With judges, organizers, and volunteers working behind the scenes, and the audience glued to every turn of phrase, it was a test of clarity, speed, and adaptability.
What made this Turncoat event truly unique was its raw intensity. No partner to fall back on. No time for second guesses. Just you, the motion, and the clock. In a world where perspectives often clash, this event didn’t just train great debaters — it created thinkers who can shift, pivot, and still stand tall.
Turncoat wasn’t just a debate. It was a duel of minds — fast, fierce, and unforgettable.
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Moot Court
The Teen Debater Moot Court was a dynamic and intellectually engaging simulation designed to introduce students to the fundamentals of legal argumentation and courtroom procedure. Participants assumed the roles of counsels and judges, presenting structured oral arguments, responding to judicial questioning, and applying constitutional and legal principles to a hypothetical dispute. The event emphasised clarity of thought, legal reasoning, and persuasive advocacy, fostering critical thinking and public speaking skills in a formal setting. It provided young debaters with a platform to experience the workings of a courtroom while developing a deeper appreciation for the rule of law and civil discourse.
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