Grades 5–12 · Enrichment program

Debate

Students learn to examine an issue, build a defensible position and respond thoughtfully under pressure.

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Learning with purpose

For students who want to think more critically, organize ideas clearly and become more comfortable participating in structured discussion.

What students develop

  • Claim, reasoning and evidence
  • Research and source evaluation
  • Case construction
  • Active listening and note-taking
  • Rebuttal and refutation
  • Respectful persuasive delivery

How the program works

Short skill drills lead into guided cases, timed speeches, rebuttal practice and age-appropriate debates with specific feedback.

Questions parents ask

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Does debate encourage arguing?

The program teaches disciplined disagreement: students listen, use evidence, address ideas rather than people and respond respectfully.

Will students debate current issues?

Topics are selected for age suitability, learning value and balanced exploration.

Explore all six skill areas.

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