Our Curriculum Team develops the educational foundation of our programs, creating thoughtful lessons in public speaking, debate, and philosophy.
Curriculum Member
Kaden Wong
Kaden is an experienced competitive speaker with over ten years of involvement in speech and debate. Over the years, he has competed in a wide range of formats, including SPAR, Lincoln-Douglas, Public Forum, Policy, and Congressional Debate. Through these experiences, he developed strong skills in argumentation and persuasive speaking. Today, he primarily focuses on Parliamentary Debate and World Schools Debate, where he continues to refine his competitive abilities. His diverse background across multiple formats allows him to approach a tournament with flexibility & adaptability. Outside of debate, Kaden enjoys listening to music.
Notable Achievements:
Champion in Vancouver WSDC in World Schools Debate (2025)
Champion in 14th Annual California State in World Schools Debate (2024)
Finalist in Malaysia WSDC in World Schools Debate (2025)
Curriculum Member
Meher Jadhav
Meher is a first-year varsity public forum debater, competing as one of the top freshmen in CFL. She’s committed to debating for the next three years and loves the art of argumentation. Meher has worked with Student Government as well as multiple nonprofits, including One Shot, One Story, developing guides, growth plans, and curriculum. She’s passionate about helping every individual find their own unique voice, especially through speech and debate. Outside of debate, she’s a competitive runner and a black belt in taekwondo.
Notable Achievements:
10th Place in CFL National Qualifiers (California Coast District) in Public Forum (2026)
15th Place in CFL State Qualifiers in Public Forum (2026)
3-2 Record in Georgetown Fall (2025)
Curriculum Member
Rainbow Lee
Rainbow has two years of experience in speech and debate, where she has developed strong skills in argumentation and public speaking. She primarily competes in World Scholar’s Cup and has also spent about half a year participating in the World Schools Debate format. Through these experiences, she has gained valuable insight into structured debate and collaborative team discussions. At APYS, she contributes as a member of the curriculum team, helping develop educational materials that support younger students in learning debate and critical thinking. Outside of speech and debate, Rainbow enjoys writing and is actively involved in competitive swimming.
Notable Achievements:
1st Place in the World Scholar’s Cup San Francisco Regional Round in WSC Debate (2025)
Finalist in the NMD in World Schools Debate (2025)
4th Place in the World Scholar’s Cup San Francisco Regional Round in WSC Writing (2024)