Debate/Public Speaking I

These courses are for students who are interested in interscholastic speech and debate competition. The courses meet after regular school hours twice each week, and students are required to compete in an average of one tournament per month. First-year students learn the basic skills required for the events they have chosen. Second-year students advance their skills in their chosen events or learn new events. Second-year students also are expected to assist in the training of novice competitors. All students are expected to learn to set realistic goals for their performance and to work independently to reach those goals.