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Register for Free Online Tournaments

Has your team tried a Springboard scrimmage yet? Our fall events had over 2,000 registrations, and students improved their skills and received detailed feedback. Join us for an event this semester! Live speech and debate will be offered on January 25 and 27 and February features both live and asynch options.

We're Hiring: Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

The Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) is responsible for the planning and implementation of all diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts of the National Speech & Debate Association. This position works closely with the Executive Director, Board of Directors, staff leadership team, partner organizations, and a broad audience of stakeholders to plan, execute, and capacity-build toward a comprehensive plan focused on infusing DEI into each aspect of the organization. Apply or share the posting »

Teaching with Final Rounds

Our final rounds are one of our most popular resources with students. Refresh your instruction with new videos—or plan a practice in which students watch a final round and take notes on what competitors do well. Then, have them apply those strategies to their own performances.

Sample Activity » In this activity from NSDA coach Leeann Solice, students watch final round performances, adjudicate, and provide feedback or analysis for each performer. You can make a copy of this activity for a single performance or with ranks and feedback for a round of up to eight competitors.

Two students in suits perform a Duo with their hands held in front of them, palms up.

Skip Your Prep: Duo Lesson Plan

In this lesson from Colorado College, students practice creating authentic conversation off-script and in-character. The duo pre-determines places their characters might meet, then converses, behaves, and responds in character. After a few minutes, the coach says ‘confession’ and, in character, one of them reveals something of great importance which has the potential to change their relationship.

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Celebrate Excellence in Middle School Speech and Debate

Middle school speech and debate builds confidence and a sense of belonging at a critical age. We're looking to celebrate the coaches who make it possible through their leadership, advocacy, and encouragement. Sound like someone you know? Nominate them for the following middle school national awards!

MS Coach of the Year

MS Admin of the Year

Nominate Coaches for the 2022 Hall of Fame Class

The highest honor for any high school speech and debate coach is election to the NSDA Hall of Fame. As a member coach, you can submit a Hall of Fame nomination by February 1 for consideration. In April, current Hall of Fame members and coaches with at least three diamonds vote to determine which nominees will be inducted.

Celebrate NSDE Day

Make a plan or designate a captain to organize your team's celebration for National Speech and Debate Education Day on March 4. Sign up for a free toolkit with everything you need!

Congressional student in a suit and tie hold up a red placard with their Representative name on it.

Encourage Student Submissions for National Congress Legislation

New this year, any NSDA member student may submit legislation by February 15 to be considered for the 2022 National Tournament docket (multiple submissions welcome). We are seeking more submissions, more diverse topics, and more student input to align with our strategic goal of championing student agency and voice. Please spread the word to your students!

Start Here Teaching Series: Grab-and-go lesson plans for middle and high school speech and debate.

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