NSDA Online Springboard Series
Thanks to the generosity of The Julia Burke Foundation, NSDA member students have the opportunity to compete in a series of free tournaments this year. Each event will have a middle school and a high school open division. Schools and students must be NSDA members to enter the tournament. There is no entry fee for participation.
The Julia Burke Foundation was established in memory of Julia Burke, a young woman of substance with a passion for debate. We are proud to partner with The Julia Burke Foundation to offer this opportunity in Julia’s memory.
Tournament Series Schedule
Asynchronous Speech & Live Debate Tournament – November 14
Events: Middle school and open high school divisions of Dramatic Interpretation, Humorous Interpretation, Program Oral Interpretation, Duo Interpretation, Original Oratory, Informative Speaking, Prepared Mixed Extemp, Pro/Con Challenge, Policy Debate, Public Forum Debate, Lincoln-Douglas Debate, World Schools Debate. Register by November 10.
Live Speech and Debate Tournament – December 5
Events: Middle school and open high school divisions of Dramatic Interpretation, Humorous Interpretation, Program Oral Interpretation, Original Oratory, Informative Speaking, Prepared Mixed Extemp, Policy Debate, Public Forum Debate, Lincoln-Douglas Debate, World Schools Debate, and Congressional Debate. Register by November 30.
Technology Resource Fund
Our Technology Resource Fund, presented by The Julia Burke Foundation, is intended to provide financial support for NSDA member students who lack needed technology resources (webcams, microphones, laptop, hotspots, etc.) to successfully compete in online speech and debate activities. Advisors for active NSDA member schools should fill out this form for committee consideration.