The National Speech & Debate Association (NSDA) is the largest speech and debate organization in the United States, supporting interscholastic tournaments, schools, coaches, and students since 1925. …

Find a Program Connect with a School Connecting with a program is your first step in becoming a coach. Use the NSDA school map to find schools in your area that have or recently had an NSDA …

Aug 11, 2019 · In schools across the world, debate teams are valued for training students in public speaking, grace under pressure, and critical thinking. Student debaters have several advantages, …

I’m the president of my school’s student-run debate team, and I also founded my school’s debate team in ninth grade before transferring schools. From my years of experience being involved in the speech …

Sep 11, 2001 · The National Speech & Debate Association sets monthly and bi-monthly topics for a variety of debate events. Find current topics, voting links, resources, and more!

District Tournaments High school students who compete at the district tournament, also referred to as districts, national qualifiers, or quals, are attempting to qualify for a chance to compete at our …

Aug 17, 2024 · High school debates topics can include the the legalization of cannabis, the ethics of animal testing, and the effects of video games on behavior.

About USA Debate Since 2013, the National Speech & Debate Association has assumed responsibility for the USA Debate Team, choosing the best debaters in the country to represent the United States …

The NSDA offers a range of speech and debate events, each with set standards to guide national competition and support student growth.

Rankings Student rankings are based on points earned by participating in a number of speech and debate activities including interscholastic competition, public speaking events, and service activities. …