The Haines Drama, Debate and Forensics team is experimenting with more serious material, a strategy that is reaping rewards, said coach Amanda Randles.

  The team sent three pieces to finals at the Nov. 8-9 meet in Wrangell, an accomplishment indicating considerable improvement, Randles said.

“The kids have chosen to take some risks with their pieces – dealing with sensitive topics and pushing some limits. I think it is paying off in that the judges’ comments…