Submitted by Michelle Read
Six Dallas ISD high school students participated in the 2025 Parrish Scholarship Debate at H. Grady Spruce High School, each earning a $3,000 scholarship.
This year’s debate focused on whether books in public schools should be banned. Both sides defended their positions, advocating for protections against harmful content or defending students’ free access to ideas. The event displayed impressive speaking skills and thoughtful arguments.
Made possible by the Roland C. Parrish Charitable Foundation and held in association with the Dallas Urban Debate Alliance, the debate has been a fixture in the Dallas ISD community for seven years. With more than $100,000 in scholarships awarded to students across the district, the debate highlights the foundation’s commitment to fostering critical thinking and civic engagement.
