Seven students from IB year groups 11 and 12 took part in a United Nations conference simulation at Thuringia International School (ThIS) in Weimar. Acting as delegates for different countries, the students took seats in simulated sessions of the Security Council and the General Assembly, where they debated global issues with delegates from other schools. The format left little room for improvisation. Participants had to master complex international topics, keep to a strict schedule and speaking order, deliver formal speeches, and respond to questions from fellow delegates.
The Security Council faced an additional challenge when organizers introduced a fictional emergency, forcing delegates to drop their original topic and respond to the crisis at short notice.
It was impressive to see how disciplined and focused all participants were as they debated, contributed their ideas, and ultimately adopted a resolution. For most of our students this was their first experience of such an event, yet they worked tirelessly. One of our students was even awarded the prize for Best Newcomer. English was, of course, the language of the proceedings throughout.
Many thanks to ThIS for the flawless organization, and to our participants for an exciting Saturday in Weimar!
Bertolt-Brecht-Gymnasium Dresden
Terrassenufer 15
01069 Dresden
Tel.: 0351 - 4 49 04 0
Fax.: 0351 - 4 49 04 15
