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Alternate Speech Penalties For Districts

by | Nov 5, 2019 | Resources

Alternate Speech Penalties For Districts Executive Director Scott Wunn and Competition Manager Lauren Burdt train district leaders to use the new alternate penalties in speech at their district tournaments and share feedback on the new pilot qualification...

Detroit Public Schools

by | Nov 4, 2019 | Uncategorized

Detroit Public Schools Thank you for attending today’s session on Debate in the Classroom presented by the National Speech & Debate Association’s education and recognition coordinator, Lauren McCool. If you have any questions, comments, or concerns,...

Attending Your First Speech and Debate Tournament

by | Oct 30, 2019 | Resources

Attending Your First Speech and Debate Tournament Download: Tournaments are the best method for getting new students hooked on speech and debate. This guide is designed to help prepare new coaches for what they and their students should expect at their first...

Team Recruitment Strategies

by | Oct 30, 2019 | Resources

Team Recruitment Strategies BUILDING YOUR PROGRAM As you consider how to bring in new students, use this guide as a jumping off point. Starting the Season Create a Team Website » If your school has a website, talk with the webmaster about creating a space for your...

Speech and Debate Glossary

by | Oct 30, 2019 | Resources

Speech and Debate Glossary Download: As with any specialized activity, jargon and abbreviations pervade speech and debate activities. This guide covers some of the most essential terms of art that will alleviate your uncertainty as a new coach, as well as the...

Livestream Coverage 2025

by | Oct 30, 2019 | Uncategorized

Livestream Coverage 2025 Stream live coverage of the 2025 National Speech & Debate Tournament! Meet the leaders, entertainers, and activists of the future as they take the stage at the pinnacle tournament for speech and debate competitors from around the globe....