Check out what's new this week, Coach!
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NEW: Teaching Advocacy to Students
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Speech and debate teaches students the power of their voices and to use them to speak up for what they believe in. In these new lessons, students identify an issue in their community and work in groups to develop and enact a solution. This release is part of our celebration of National Speech and Debate Education Day (this Friday!) and highlights the impact that the skills students learn in this activity can have on not only them, but the world around them. Check out an excerpt, explore the full unit, or make a plan to celebrate with your team on Friday!
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Featured Intro Activities
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- PF Topic Analysis
- LD Topic Analysis
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| - Extemp Practice Questions
- Congress Legislation
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Read the Board Meeting Minutes
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The Competition Rules Board of Directors met on February 13 to discuss district levels, middle school recognition, and the daily point limit in Congressional Debate. Read the minutes »
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Read the New Issue of Rostrum
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In the latest issue of Rostrum, we highlight the legacies of NSDA Board President Pam Cady Wycoff and Vice President Dr. Tommie Lindsey, Jr. We spotlight student-led organizations, share lesson plans and tips for gaining local press, and enjoy highlights from district leaders about their speech and debate journeys. Plus, we reflect on the life and impact of NSDA coach Tim Sheaff.
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Webinar Recording: Coaching Original Spoken Word Poetry
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In this webinar recording, Kristy Thomas of Always Writing 4 U leads a conversation about coaching students in Original Spoken Word Poetry. It includes slides with primers on the event, example videos, and practical activities for getting students started with writing.
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| Register Now for Spring Coaches' Caucuses
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Connect with fellow coaches and engage in meaningful discussions! The NSDA coaches' caucuses offer a chance to network, share insights, and converse in safe and private spaces. Be part of the conversation and register today »
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Due Friday: Student Leadership Council Nominee District Reporting
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The Student Leadership Council provides feedback and recommendations throughout the year to ensure we are meeting students’ needs. Each district, country, or U.S. territory had the opportunity to nominate one member student for consideration by February 15. Chairs, your reporting forms are due Friday, March 1. Coaches, if you've submitted a nomination but your district has not selected a nominee, please follow up with your committee!
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Spring into Springboard This Season
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Our final scrimmages of the school year are just around the corner! Register your students for these FREE, after-school practice opportunities. Each scrimmage will offer live debate and alternate between offering live and asynchronous speech. Novice, middle school, and experienced speech and debate students welcome; no NSDA membership required.
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Nominate a Group or Individual for the Activating Equity Award
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The Activating Equity Award exists to acknowledge members of our community who have turned their passion into action and strive to ensure fairness and justice—both in round and beyond. Do you know a group or organization who deserves recognition? Or maybe it’s a group to which you belong! Nominate, or self-nominate, before March 1.
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Nominate a Champion of Equity for Faces in the Crowd
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