Speech and debate teaches students vital skills like critical thinking, persuasive speaking, and efficient researching. Colleges have been very clear: Participating and excelling in speech and debate during high school is one of the best things a student can do to differentiate themselves in the admissions process. In fact, many colleges go so far as to offer generous scholarships to former debaters.
In a time when communication and public speaking are more important than ever for employers and for future success, speech and debate is a perfect training ground for students. Investing in a speech and debate education is arguably the best thing families can do to ensure their children's future success. Our students are amongst the brightest of the bright, and their time with us helps them gain valuable skills that they can leverage in the professional world to become movers and shakers in a broad range of professions.
increase in analytical skills, according to NSDA
higher reading test scores compared to honors students, on average[1]
is the average of students on a debate team[2]
higher chance of being accepted into a college, on average[3]
of debaters are either top-ranking corporate executives or work in the executive and legislative branches of government[4]
of debaters complete at least one graduate degree, according to NSDA
Debate improves one's ability to articulate ideas and produce a sharp, well-planned argument on any topic.
Debate prepares you to make quick, informed decisions and challenges you to think outside the box.
Collaboration isn't dull when you're debating. Instead, it's a lot of fun, because you have your team for support.
Debate teaches you to maintain your composure and poise and earn respect from your audience.
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The benefits of debate have been well documented by the academic community. The following links provide more details about the benefits of Speech and Debate: