April 11, 2017 |A weekly publication of the National Speech & Debate Association
Dear Coach,
Don't miss learning how your students can have the experience of a lifetime, new ideas for lesson plans, and the latest resource updates. Get started below!
WHAT'S HAPPENING
USA Debate Team Applications »Students can now apply to join the 2017-2018 USA Debate Team! Throughout the school year, the team will represent the United States in both domestic and international competitions. Click hereto learn more or access the application. The first stage of the application process must be completed by June 1. If you have questions, please email steve.schappaugh@speechanddebate.org.
Curriculum Corner Sneak Peak »The new issue of Rostrum will be available online this Saturday, April 15. In the meantime, you can snag a preview of the latest Curriculum Corner! Click here for an early look at some handy fourth quarter lesson plan ideas for interpretation, public speaking, and debate.
District Committee and Hall of Fame Elections »One chapter advisor per active school may log in to the Points Applicationto cast their vote in the District Committee elections. (As a reminder, district leaders will serve two-year terms starting with the 2017-2018 school year.) Additionally, current Hall of Fame members and active coaches with three or more diamonds may vote online to select this year's inductees to the Hall of Fame. Once you are logged in, you will see the voting links on the left. Please take time to vote before April 25!
ACCESS YOUR RESOURCES
Public Forum »Resource Package subscribers can view the April Advanced Evidence for the topic, Resolved: The United States ought to replace the Electoral College with a direct national popular vote.
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