cary academy speech & debate team

Cary AcademySpeech & Debate Team

Lincoln Douglas Debateone on one

Format is similar to the 7th Grade Great Debates.

Topic changes every 2 months.

Public Forum Debatew/partner

For people who like to ARGUE, RESEARCH, and STRATEGIZE.

New topic every month.

Congressional DebateStudents compete in a simulated legislative process, debating and voting on the passage of bills and resolutions. For people who enjoying NETWORKING & POLITICKING, as well as ARGUING & RESEARCH.

Extemporaneous Speaking

» For people who like INFOR INFORMATION & CURRENT EVENTS

Interpretation of Literature/Oratory

For extroverted

types who like to perform. NO CLASS. You receive

individual coaching.

Tournament Days are long

There is no time for HW

Format, Costs & Obligations

• Can sign up for class 5, 3, or 2 days a week.• Fees for tournaments are

billed to parents• Must attend 5+ tournaments• Parents are asked to

judge at tournaments

Bottom Line

• Time & Work 5+ hours/week• 5 Required tournaments per year• Tournaments = Saturdays 6am until 11pm• It’s challenging to do a Fall sport/be in the

school play and succeed• But, it’s completely worth it!