by Hannah Boggess, staff writer

Over MEA weekend, HHS hosted a debate tournament. Over 150 people attended the tournament and represented schools from all parts of Minnesota, primarily areas like Eagan, Apple Valley, and Chanhassen.

Since it was hosted at their own school, most HHS debaters didn’t participate in the tournament.

The few who competed were mostly junior high students and first-year debaters.

Mia Berman, senior, did not debate but prepared for an upcoming tournament in Iowa.

“It’s called the Iowa Caucus, and we’re feeling pretty confident about it,” Berman said.

The prize is a motivator for Berman and other team members. “If we win, we get a bust of George Washington, which I really want,” Berman said.