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Guide to Speech and Debate from a National Runner Up

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7 sessions

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This series ended on August 3, 2025. All 1:1 and group chats related to this series are disabled 7 days after the last session.

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Coming from a National Runner Up, this 1st session will be an easy guide and introduction to Speech and Debate, the National Speech and Debate Association circuit, and more! This intro session is aimed for you to get a feel for this club!

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Hi, I am a Middle Schooler taking Algebra 2! I have a passion for Speech and Debate and I am 2nd in America for the event Storytelling. I enjoy to engage with others on weaker points while also expanding my view on things and learning along throughout the experience. I find myself an experienced and natural leader with clubs like National Junior Honor Society, Student Council, and being Captain of my schools Speech and Debate Team! Through this community, I would like to spread my passion across the world! If you have any questions, feel free to reach out!

Schedule

✋ ATTENDANCE POLICY

I am more flexible with attendance, but please let me know a day in advance if you cannot make it.

SESSION 1

25

Jun

SESSION 1

Speech and Debate

Speech and Debate

Wed 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM UTCJun 25, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM UTC

SPEECH AND DEBATE: Coming from a National Runner Up, this 1st session will be a guide and introduction to Speech and Debate events, the National Speech and Debate Association circuit, and more! This intro session is aimed for you to get a feel for this club! We will then explore further with fun activities and ice breakers. At the end of our 1st session, we will discuss what event each person would like to try.

Objectives: Introduce NSDA, event types, and team norms
SESSION 2

2

Jul

SESSION 2

Speech and Debate

Speech and Debate

Wed 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM UTCJul 2, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM UTC

SPEECH AND DEBATE: Coming from a National Runner Up, in this 2nd session, we will be learning about Ethos, Logos, and Pathos. Then we will be giving actual Impromptu speeches on silly topics.

Objectives: Build confidence in speaking clearly and persuasively
SESSION 3

9

Jul

SESSION 3

Speech and Debate

Speech and Debate

Wed 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM UTCJul 9, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM UTC

SPEECH AND DEBATE: Coming from a National Runner Up, in this 3rd session. we will be watching NSDA Final Round Videos of Interpretation Events, as well as learning about cutting, blocking, and giving characterization to a script!

Objectives: Explore DI, HI, Duo, and POI (Interpretation Events)
SESSION 4

16

Jul

SESSION 4

Speech and Debate

Speech and Debate

Wed 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM UTCJul 16, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM UTC

SPEECH AND DEBATE: Coming from a National Runner Up, in this 4th session, we will be discussing Public Address Events and learning the speech structure for them. We will each write a short original piece.

Objectives: Learn speech writing and structure while exploring Public Address Events
SESSION 5

27

Jul

SESSION 5

Speech and Debate

Speech and Debate

Sun 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM UTCJul 27, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM UTC

SPEECH AND DEBATE: Coming from a National Runner Up, in this 5th session, you will be choosing an event to showcase (Interpretation, Public Address etc.) and picking a script, or writing a short version yourself, to present!

Objectives: Prepare students to present
SESSION 6

30

Jul

SESSION 6

Speech and Debate

Speech and Debate

Wed 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM UTCJul 30, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM UTC

SPEECH AND DEBATE: Coming from a National Runner Up, this 6th session will conclude our Speech and Debate Workshop. To have a fun wrap up class with everything we've learned, each student will be presenting their pieces! At the end, you will have gained confidence, speaking skills, and become NSDA ready!

Objectives: Perform what they've learned and build confidence
SESSION 7

3

Aug

SESSION 7

Speech and Debate

Speech and Debate

Sun 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM UTCAug 3, 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM UTC

SPEECH AND DEBATE: Coming from a National Runner Up, this 7th session, is a makeup session for anyone who missed previous sessions and would like to go over the events.

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Jun 25 - Aug 3

6 weeks

60 mins

/ session

SCHEDULE

Wednesdays

6:30PM