October 3, 2017 | A weekly publication of the National Speech & Debate Association

Dear Coach,

Catch up on the latest NSDA videos, hear what we're planning for Member Appreciation Week, and explore more below.

Watch National Conference Sessions

Check out this video of the Town Hall from our inaugural National Conference in August to see the NSDA Board of Directors answer questions from the speech and debate community. Hear why Vice President Pam Wycoff saves every issue of Rostrum magazine and believes it is the most valuable resource you have as a member. In addition, Resource Package subscribers can access more great sessions below!

Interp: Bringing Characters to Life - led by Joe and Pam Wycoff

Discovering Your Voice: A Perspective on Helping Students of Color Excel in Forensics - led by Dr. Tommie Lindsey, Jr.

Investigating and Addressing Gender Differences in Debate - led by Shunta Jordan

Ensuring Access to Speech and Debate for Students with Disabilities - led by Thomas Mayes, J.D.

Using Extemporaneous Speaking Strategies to Elevate AP Writing Scores in AP History and AP English - led by Dario Camara and Jenny Cook

If watching these sessions leaves you feeling inspired to share your knowledge, we encourage you to apply to present at the 2018 National Conference! Sessions should support our theme of Radiant Voices: Empowerment through Speech and Debate. Submissions are due October 31, 2017.

Nominations Now Open for the State Educator of the Year Awards

Do you know the best educator in your state? If so, nominate them for our new State Educator of the Year awards! State recipients will become finalists for the 2018 National Educator of the Year award. Nominate an engaging educator who embraces collaboration, creativity, communication, and critical thinking in their speech and debate classrooms by October 30.

Make a Nomination!

Upcoming: Member Appreciation Week

October 9-16 is Member Appreciation Week! We're excited to bring you special giveaways, open viewing of several National Tournament final round performances, and much more. For the latest updates, be sure to follow us on social media. We can't wait to celebrate YOU!

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