MOUNT VERNON – They may be teenagers, but the Mount Vernon High School Debate Team will tackle a tough issue tonight with which many adults struggle. The team will stage a practice debate in the High School theater at 7 p.m. with the topic: Resolved- Current US foreign policy in the Middle East undermines national security. The team’s advisor is Jefff Gottke.
The event is open to the public. Members of the local chapter of Psi Iota Xi philanthropic sorority will be in attendance to support the team and provide refreshments. Psi Iota Xi concentrates efforts in promoting speech, literature, music, and the arts. Members will be available to answer questions about membership.
