NRHS junior Micaela Waterston and senior Piper Genkin brought home honorable mentions from BosMUN XXII, a simulation of the United Nations, or Model UN, that Boston University hosts for high school students. A dozen NRHS students debated on committees in a competition to get their resolutions passed.
Participating students appreciated the knowledge of the world that they gained through participation while building confidence.
“It allows us to practice literally changing the world," said Piper Genkin.
Senior Emma Farley said Model UN is important because, “it helps improve our public speaking.”
Senior Diana Cao added, “it teaches us to conduct independent research on international affairs.”
Senior Isabella Balchan said, “it helps students strengthen their critical thinking, teaches the importance of collaboration, and provides the opportunity to practice diplomacy.”
Social Studies teachers Francisco Sandoval and Alexis Velez guided the NRHS delegation. Congratulations to all our delegates!