VIRTUAL AFTER SCHOOL DEBATE PROGRAM | PUBLIC FORUM DEBATE
Open to New & Experienced Debaters
(3 Separate Groups: 4-5th | 6-8th | 9-12th Grade)
(3 Separate Groups: 4-5th | 6-8th | 9-12th Grade)
Available Courses:PF Level 100
(Beginners Level: New Students) PF Level 200 (Intermediate Level: 1 to 2+ Years) |
Dates:
Fall Semester :
9/23/23 -12/7/23 Winter Semester : 1/6/24 -3/2/24 Spring Semester: 3/5/2024 - 5/4/2024 |
Times: Eastern TimeAfter School Program
Tues (4-6pm | 6:30-8:30pm) Wed (4-6pm |6:30-8:30pm) Thurs (4-6pm | 6:30-8:30pm) Weekend Program Sat (10-12pm) Sat (4-6pm) |
Public Forum involves opposing teams of two, debating a topic concerning a current event. Proceeding a coin toss, the winners choose which side to debate (PRO or CON) or which speaker position they prefer (1st or 2nd), and the other team receives the remaining option. Students present cases, engage in rebuttal and refutation, and also participate in a “crossfire” (similar to a cross examination) with the opportunity to question the opposing team. Often times community members are recruited to judge this event.