Cary Academy Speech & Debate Team
Cary AcademySpeech & Debate Team
Lincoln Douglas Debateone on one
Format is similar to the 7th Grade Great Debates.
Topic changes every 2 months.
Public Forum Debatew/partner
For people who like to ARGUE, RESEARCH, and STRATEGIZE.
New topic every month.
Congressional DebateStudents compete in a simulated legislative process, debating and voting on the passage of bills and resolutions. For people who enjoying NETWORKING & POLITICKING, as well as ARGUING & RESEARCH.
Extemporaneous Speaking
» For people who like INFOR INFORMATION & CURRENT EVENTS
Interpretation of Literature/Oratory
For extroverted
types who like to perform. NO CLASS. You receive
individual coaching.
Tournament Days are long
There is no time for HW
Format, Costs & Obligations
• Can sign up for class 5, 3, or 2 days a week.• Fees for tournaments are
billed to parents• Must attend 5+ tournaments• Parents are asked to
judge at tournaments
Bottom Line
• Time & Work 5+ hours/week• 5 Required tournaments per year• Tournaments = Saturdays 6am until 11pm• It’s challenging to do a Fall sport/be in the
school play and succeed• But, it’s completely worth it!