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The Redwood Middle School Speech & Debate Program (RMS S&D) is the best way to get your student(s) immersed in the world of Speech and Debate. RMS S&D is officially sponsored by Redwood Middle, Ms. Snehali Marimuthu, and our wonderful PTA leadership team. Our accomplished coaches are now able bring to you and your aspiring speaker, the guidance and direction necessary for a successful foray into Speech and Debate.
Well, for starters, Speech and Debate is a great, and fun way to learn important, and invaluable, life skills like: Confidence in public speaking, Emotional Intelligence, Spontaneity, Awareness of current events, etc. The fostering and refinement of such skills, at a young age, conditions students to be more assertive, observant, creative, and cognitive in their daily lives, improving various aspects of their lives. In the past, Speech and Debate programs have been proven to have a strong correlation with better reading ability, grades, SAT scores, and a higher likelihood of societal leadership in the future; which better the chances of your student having a successful future. Additionally, it is the opportunity for students, and parents alike, to build long-lasting friendships with one another, teaching children, and their parents, the tenets of networking and creating a support system. In an inclusive and friendly community, students will be encouraged to pursue events and topics of their interest, observe experienced adult coaches and SHS students, and participate in tournaments and competitions; which will all serve to benefit them as they continue their voyage into this exciting adventure.