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This year's theme:
“For today’s students, AI will do more to augment than to replace learning.”
Students won’t just read pre-written speeches: they’ll be challenged to think fast, bring fresh arguments, ask bold questions, and engage dynamically. Centered on this year’s theme, the debate will push them to explore the promises and risks of AI, defend strong positions, and adapt to unexpected twists with creativity and teamwork.
📣 Why Join?
Sharpen skills in critical thinking, public speaking, and teamwork.
Represent your school on an international stage.
Compete for recognition and awards.
Experience a new, interactive debate model.
Be part of a global community of future thinkers.
📝 Evaluation Criteria
Argument Quality (25%)
Originality, relevance, and depth of reasoning.
Interaction (25%)
Ability to question, respond, and engage dynamically.
Clarity & Delivery (20%)
Confidence, articulation, and persuasiveness.
Teamwork (15%)
Collaboration, balanced participation, and coordination.
Adaptability (15%)
Handling twists, thinking on their feet, and adjusting strategies.
📲 Stay Connected
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Singing, Dancing, Acting, Short Films with Actors, Instrumental Performances,
and Poetry recitation
PERFORMING ARTS
Animation, Drawing, Painting, Photography, Short Films Without Actors, Crafts, and Sculpture
VISUAL ARTS
Show us your Making of
Who share the making of content of their submissions will have an additional chance to win. The top three making of videos will each receive a $20 gift card. This is a great opportunity to showcase your creative process and share the journey behind your art.
Meet the Evaluators!
We’re excited to announce our evaluators: Donna Cameron, Professor at NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts, and Mr. Frost, WorldEd Principal. With extensive artistic expertise, both bring exceptional experience to the table. They will carefully review and select the winning pieces.
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PRIZES
Participants will also receive recognition certificates from WorldEd School, highlighting their artistic achievements and participation in the event.
Participation Certificates
The two winners in each subcategory will receive international gift cards, valid on various platforms and online stores around the world. 1st place - you will win $50 2nd place - will win $25
International Gift Cards
Rules
01. Eligibility
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This event is open to all students who have not yet graduated from high school.
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Participants do not need to be enrolled at WorldEd School but must be current students in high school or below.
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Graduates are not eligible to participate.
02. Registration and Submission
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Participants may submit multiple works in any number of categories and subcategories.
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Each work must be submitted with all required information filled out in the registration form.
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Works must be submitted by the specified deadline.
03. Categories and Subcategories
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Participants must register their works in the correct category and subcategory (Performing Arts or Visual Arts).
04. Originality and Copyright
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All works must be original and created by the participant.
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Copies or plagiarism will not be allowed.
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Participants must own all rights to the submitted materials. Reproductions (such as covers, adaptations, etc.) are allowed only if credit is given to the original creator.
Deadlines:
Start of Registrations
July 1: This is your chance to sign up and start preparing your submission. Ensure you fill out all the necessary information in the registration form.
End of Registrations
September 30: All entries must be submitted by this date. Make sure to finalize and upload your work before the deadline.
Announcement of Winners
October 15: The results will be published on our website and social media channels. Stay tuned to see the outstanding works of art recognized in this competition.
🗓️ Key Dates
October 08, 2025
Selection of Students Deadline
October 11, 2025
8-9 AM EST
Opening Ceremony
October 18, 2025
8-11 AM EST
First Round
November 01, 2025
8-10 AM EST
Second Round
November 15, 2025
8-10 AM EST
Second Round
November 29, 2025
8-10 AM EST
Final and Winners Announcement
👥 Participation & Eligibility
Only WorldEd students and students from formally invited schools. 10 groups will be selected to participate.
Open to students enrolled in grades 9–12.
If you represent an institution and would like your 9th–12th grade students to participate, request an invitation here. We’ll confirm your students' eligibility and send onboarding & submission instructions
Submissions from non-eligible participants will not be reviewed or accepted.
🦾 How It Works
Registration
Each school forms a team of 4 students + 1 coordinator.
Timeline
The event includes an opening ceremony, three live rounds, and a final, each featuring new prompts and challenges. Participation of all team members is mandatory in every stage, and only the top-performing teams from each round advance to the next.
Basic Structure
Students must ask and answer questions in real time – scripted reading will not be allowed. All detailed rules and guidelines will be explained during the opening ceremony. The debate will be conducted in English, online, and on a global scale, with live questions, rebuttals, and surprises, and offers international recognition for participating schools.
Be ready for surprises 😲
Unexpected twists will be introduced to keep the debate sharp and engaging.
🏆 Prizes (per group)
1st Place:
$100 gift card
+ Certificate
+ Reference Letter
2nd Place:
$50 gift card
+ Certificate
+ Reference Letter
3rd Place:
+ Certificate
+ Reference Letter
🌟 Special Feature:
Twists and Surprises
Each round will include unexpected twists and challenges designed to test students’ adaptability, creativity, and quick thinking. These surprises will encourage teams to go beyond prepared arguments, think critically on the spot, and respond dynamically to new scenarios, making the debate engaging, unpredictable, and truly interactive.