For students entering grades 3-8 as of this Fall. This program is geared towards first-time speech and debaters entering grades 3-6, or students entering grades 7-8 who have struggled with public speaking and related soft skills. Coaches will teach students about the basics of public speaking and argumentation. Students will work on writing original speeches, interpreting the work of others, and delivery skills. They will also practice structuring arguments and making logical links between claims. The morning will be focused on speech while the afternoons will focus on debate. Culminates in a mini-tournament on Friday.
Dates
June 19-23 OR June 26-July 30
Schedule
- Speech: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
- Lunch: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
- Debate: 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
On Friday, we will hold a miniature tournament, where students can practice the skills they have learned throughout the week!
Cost
$400 for all classes
Discounts
Early Bird (until May 1): $50 discount
Sibling discount: $50
(Discounts are stackable)
50% of open slots are scholarship slots – students with need can apply.
Speech & Debate Summer Camp 