ian gao
Hey everyone! I'm Ian and I'm proud to be Leland's President of Debate for the 26-27 school year. I've been debating since middle school and although I primarily do Lincoln Douglas debate, I've also done Congressional, Public Forum, and Policy Debate. I love the amazing opportunities that Leland Speech and Debate brings to all its students, whether that is practicing your researching or speaking skills or traveling across the country to compete on a national basis. As President I strive to bring positivity, empathy, and growth to our wonderful program. Outside of school, I enjoy playing basketball with my friends, watching movies with my sister, and getting my nose stuck in a good book (literally).