Semper Paratus

(Always Ready)

Speech Categories:

Limited Prep: Apologetics, Impromptu, Extemporaneous

Interpretation: Duo, Open, Biblical, Original

Platform: Digital, Informative, Persuasive

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Debate Categories:

Lincoln Douglas: Philosophical or Value debate (1:1 ratio)

In value debate, one debater affirms the resolution while another opposes or negates it. This style of debate, named after the famous debates between Abraham Lincoln and Stephen Douglas, explores a philosophical clash of competing but morally defensible values.

Team Policy: (2:2 Ratio): Policy debate challenges students to think critically about laws, regulations, and policies that impact societies. It seeks to identify possible problems with current conditions (the status quo) and weigh the advantages and disadvantages associated with making a change in policy. The requirement to alternate between affirming and negating a resolution helps students learn that there are reasonable arguments for both sides of most policy proposals.

Debate FAQ’s

Registration for the 2024-25 school year will open on May 1st.

Early Bird discounts will be available until July 14th.

Cost to join is $50/Speech OR Debate & $75 for both.

Families are capped at a total of $150.

NCFCA Affiliation is an additional cost and must be completed before September 15th.

*Club members are expected to participate in at least 1 tournament per season. This is where the hard work sees reward and students are inspired to persevere toward a higher calling.