A student at Independence High School breaks a school record for Speech and Debate Competition.
Audrey Kaiser has broken a 15-year-old record for the most career points earned through the National Speech and Debate Association. Kaiser recently hit the 2,371 mark, beating the former school record of 2,311 set in 2011 by Dalton Mott.
High school students who participate in competitive speech activities such as debate and forensics earn points through the National Speech & Debate Association by taking part in competition, service, and leadership. These point allow students to advance in the national Honor Society, with 25 points required for initial membership. Students earn 6 points for a win and 3 for a loss in debate, with varying points for speech rankings in other styles of competition. They can also earn points by volunteering or assisting younger students.
Kaiser recently placed 4th in the Kansas 4A State Debate Championship along with her partner Peyton Connors. Kaiser, who is a senior, will continue to be eligible to earn points through June.
