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John Jay HS Hosts Model UN Conference

CROSS RIVER, N.Y. -- Approximately 200 student delegates recently participated in John Jay High School's second annual Model UN Conference. 

John Jay High School’s Model United Nations leaders organized the school’s second annual Model UN conference, hosting approximately 200 students from 13 area schools.
John Jay High School’s Model United Nations leaders organized the school’s second annual Model UN conference, hosting approximately 200 students from 13 area schools. Photo Credit: Contributed
Frank Mojica

The delegates from 13 Westchester County high schools discussed global and historical issues on Nov. 14 and were split into seven committees under the categories of General Assembly, Specialized and Crisis.

Students prepared by researching their assigned countries and topics such as the Russian Revolution and a special meeting of Fortune 500 company chief executive officers. 

State Assemblyman David Buchwald delivered a special keynote speech. 

The conference culminated with a closing ceremony and presentation of gavel awards to seven students for their performances. 

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