E E Smith HighDebate

Apr 2026 · 2nd Semester

This course focuses on a wide range of competitive public speaking and debate skills and techniques. Students are expected to participate in local forensics tournaments and have opportunities to compete in selected public speaking and debating tournaments. Skill development includes advanced techniques in diction, articulation, enunciations, and projection. Students begin to analyze pieces of literature, create orations, and evaluate performances.

Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12

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