Debate Team

The Central Debate Team runs from August to April. This competitive club provides excellent opportunities to learn how formal debates work and develop skills in research, leadership, teamwork, and public speaking. Students write bills dealing with foreign affairs, economics, and public welfare and then debate them according to congressional/parliamentary procedure at tournaments held one Saturday a month. In between the tournaments students research the bills so they are able to give speeches and ask questions during a debate. No prior experience is necessary.