This course is a competitive, performance-based course designed for students who are committed to participating in junior high speech and debate tournaments outside of regular school hours. Students will develop advanced communication and critical thinking skills through the preparation and delivery of speeches and active participation in structured debates.
Instruction emphasizes effective organization of information, confident performance, analytical listening, and the construction and evaluation of arguments. Students should expect frequent speaking opportunities in front of peers and will apply classroom learning in competitive settings to strengthen skills in public speaking, persuasion, and academic discourse.
Prerequisites for this course include the successful completion of one semester of Speech and Debate.