Guide to Speech and Debate from a National Runner Up

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Guide to Speech and Debate from a National Runner Up

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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!

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SESSION 2

2

Jul

SESSION 2

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.
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Objectives: Build confidence in speaking clearly and persuasively

SESSION 3

9

Jul

SESSION 3

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

SESSION 4

16

Jul

SESSION 4

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

SESSION 5

23

Jul

SESSION 5

Speech and Debate

Wed 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM UTCJul 23, 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!
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Objectives: Prepare students to present

SESSION 6

30

Jul

SESSION 6

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!
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Objectives: Perform what they've learned and build confidence

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Jun 25 - Jul 30

6 weeks

60 mins

/ session

Next session on July 2, 2025

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Wednesdays

6:30PM