WHAT IS DEBATE CAMP?
Debate Camp aims to empower students with the skills of effective communication and teamwork through the avenues of debate and public speaking. The goal of our program is to create informed and articulate global citizens in a fun and exciting learning environment.
DEBATE CAMP MISSION
Debate Camp aims to bring young people together for meaningful intellectual discourse. We believe that debating, public speaking, knowing about the wider world – are important skills for this generation.
Debate Camp has maintained its mission statement since its development in 2002. We strive to create an opportunity for educational enrichment according to the following principles and practices.
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Debate Camp operates 5 and 6 day summer programs; day and / or overnight.
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Debate Camp remains a “camp” with a mix of activities to ensure the program is balanced between academic, recreational and creative components.
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Debate Camp serves all ability levels; from beginner / novice to the experienced and skilled debater.
Debate Camp creates a learning experience that is safe, welcoming, fun, and intellectually-engaging. Our program is meant to appeal to all ability levels, from the reluctant speaker to the already-accomplished debater.
We believe that "camp" creates a novel and secure learning environment in which campers feel safe to try new skills, think on their feet, see the opposing view, and to trust their teammates. We feel that debating is not an elite skill for competition purposes only.
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WHAT IS DEBATE CAMP?
FOLLOW-UP QUESTIONS:
FOR DISCUSSION:
1. What are the goals of our program?
2. Name two things that Debate Camp is. Name two things that debate Camp is not.
3. What do you personally want campers to get out of their time at Debate Camp?