After 10 debates over three days, Altamont student Will McLain was named First Speaker and champion of the Middle School Lincoln-Douglas division of the 39th Annual Stanford University Debate Invitational!

Will and the rest of Altamont’s team debated competitors from around the world, honing key academic skills and representing The Altamont School on an international stage. Congratulations, Will, team and speech and debate teacher Jim Sydnor!