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SUMMARY:Harvard National Tournament (Feb 17-19)
DESCRIPTION:Harvard University National Tournament\nThey are hosting a “full” debate event… [Event Invitation/Details].\nDate (Los Angeles): Saturday\, February 17\, 2024\, to Monday\, February 19\, 2024 (President’s Day Weekend)).\nTime (Pacific Time): Saturday\, 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.\, Sunday\, 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.\, and Monday\, 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.\nLocation (not Zoom!): An online event hosted by Harvard (tabroom.com) using NSDA Classroom.\nYou must create an account with tabroom.com to attend: [Register for Tabroom.com].\nEvents: “Public Forum Debate” (All grades).\nDivisions: This event is “open” for middle school\, but technically a novice division for high school.\nTopic (NSDA): Resolved: The U.S. federal government should ban single-use plastics. [Research Page]\nPrizes: They will have certificates\, trophies\, and/or medallions.\nCost: $150.00+ per person (could be $200!). \nHarvard Championship Schedule for Public Forum Debate (Online\, Pacific Time): \nSaturday\, February 17\, 2024 (Pacific Time)\nRound 1A: Saturday\, 7:30 AM (China: Saturday\, 11:30 PM)\nRound 1B: Saturday\, 8:45 AM (China: Sunday\, 12:45 AM)\nRound 2A: Saturday\, 11:30 AM (China: Sunday\, 3:30 AM)\nRound 2B: Saturday\, 12:45 PM (China: Sunday\, 4:45 AM)\nRound 3A: Saturday\, 3:30 PM (China: Sunday\, 7:30 AM)\nRound 3B: Saturday\, 4:45 PM (China: Sunday\, 8:45 AM) \nSunday\, February 18\, 2024 (Pacific Time)\nRound 4A: Sunday\, 7:30 AM (China: Monday\, 11:30 PM)\nRound 4B: Sunday\, 8:45 AM (China: Monday\, 12:45 AM)\nRound 5A: Sunday\, 11:30 AM (China: Monday\, 3:30 AM)\nRound 5B: Sunday\, 12:45 PM (China: Monday\, 4:45 AM)\nElimination (Top 32-A): Sunday\, 3:30 PM (China: Monday\, 7:30 AM)\nElimination (Top 32-B): Sunday\, 4:45 PM (China: Monday\, 8:45 AM) \nMonday\, February 19\, 2024 (Pacific Time)\nElimination (Top 16-A): Monday\, 8:00 AM (China: Tuesday\, 12:00 AM)\nElimination (Top 16-B): Monday\, 9:15 AM (China: Tuesday\, 1:15 AM)\nElimination (Top 8): Monday\, 10:30 AM (China: Tuesday\, 2:30 AM)\nElimination (Top 4): Monday\, 1200 AM (China: Tuesday\, 4:00 AM)\nElimination (Finals): Monday\, 1:30 PM (China: Tuesday\, 5:30 AM) \nFor more information\, please contact me:\nBill Eddy (billeddy@gmail.com). \nTOURNAMENT REGISTRATION\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Participant's Name *First and last. ty.Parent's Name *First and last. ty.Participant's EmailPls DO NOT use the parent's email.Parent's Email *For important updates.Participant's PhonePls DO NOT use the parent's phone.Parent's Phone *For important and/or urgent matters.Which tournament will you attend? *National Online Forensics (FEB 2026)NOF - Asynchronous (FEB 2026)NOF - Novice Nationals (MAR 2026)National Online Forensics (MAR 2026)NOF - Asynchronous (MAR 2026)Int’l Forensics Olympiad (MAR 2026)Other (See Comments).Concordia Invitational #1 (Oct 4)Concordia Invitational #2 (Nov 8)National Online Forensics (Nov 15)National Online Forensics (Nov 17-24)Harvard International (Nov 21-22)Int’l Forensics Olympiad (Nov 28-29)Int’l Forensics Olympiad (Dec 19-20)National Online Forensics (Dec 20)National Online Forensics (Dec 22-29)Int’l Forensics Olympiad (Jan 16-17)Harvard International (Jan 23-24)We must register for each event separately.Participant's Grade (or Adult) *Grade 1Grade 2Grade 3Grade 4Grade 5Grade 6Grade 7Grade 8Grade 9Grade 10Grade 11Grade 12Adult (18+)Only adults (or grades 11-12) can serve as a judge.NOF Live Events (Zoom): *Assigned PlatformAsynchronous DebateImpromptu SpeechNone (Debate Only!)Other (See Comments)Note: If debating\, then unlikely to be allowed to do speeches.Participant has Tabroom.com account? *Unsure (See comments)Yes.No.Some tournaments may require a Tabroom.com account (https://www.tabroom.com).Preferred Event(s) *Other (See comments)Public Forum Debate (PF)Lincoln Douglas (LD)Only Speech Events (IE)Both: Debate & Speech (If Possible)This is helpful information. ty!Prior Speech/Debate Experience *Other (See comments)None.1-2 Events3-4 Events5+ EventsWhat debate experience (if any) does the participant have?.NOF Asynchronous Events (Video Recording): *Assigned PlatformAsynchronous DebateImpromptu SpeechNone (Debate only!)Other (See Comments)Note: No debating\, these events are only for video recordings.Parent has Tabroom.com account? *Unsure (See comments)Yes.No.Parents may sometimes need to serve as a volunteer judge (https://www.tabroom.com).Partner Information (For Debaters!)Please list the names of people you prefer to be your partner. Also\, please describe the type of partner you are hoping for.Additional Questions/Comments (from Participant):Submit
URL:https://21stcenturydebate.org/event/harvard-national-tournament-feb-17-19/
LOCATION:NSDA Classroom\, DC\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240217T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T132416
CREATED:20240119T010200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240119T010429Z
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SUMMARY:Concordia Invitational #4 (Feb 17)
DESCRIPTION:Concordia University Invitational (Part 4)\nThey are hosting a “full” debate event… [Event Invitation/Details].\nDate (Los Angeles): Saturday\, February 17\, 2024.\nTime (Pacific Time): Saturday\, 3:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.\nLocation (not Zoom!): An online event hosted by Concordia University (using 8×8).\nEvents: “Public Forum Debate” (All grades).\nDivisions: This event is “open” (no novice division).\nTopic (NSDA): Resolved: The U.S. federal government should ban single-use plastics. [Research Page]\nPrizes: Certificates (excellent quality) will be sent via email.\nCost: $0.00 per person. \n\n\n\nTournament Schedule\nPacific Time\nEastern Time\nBeijing Time\n\n\nFebruary 17th\nFebruary 17th\nFebruary 18th\n\n\nDebater Check-In\n3:30 PM\n6:30 PM\n7:30 AM\n\n\nRound 1 Pairings\n3:40 PM\n6:40 PM\n7:40 AM\n\n\nRound 1 Debates Start\n3:45 PM\n6:45 PM\n7:45 AM\n\n\nRound 2 Pairing\n4:45 PM\n7:45 PM\n8:45 AM\n\n\nRound 2 Debates Start\n4:50 PM\n7:50 PM\n8:50 AM\n\n\nRound 3 Pairings\n5:50 PM\n8:50 PM\n9:50 AM\n\n\nRound 3 Debates Start\n5:55 PM\n8:55 PM\n9:55 AM\n\n\nRound 4 Pairing\n6:55 PM\n9:55 PM\n10:55 AM\n\n\nRound 4 Debates Start\n7:00 PM\n10:00 PM\n11:00 AM\n\n\nAWARDS CEREMONY\n8:00 PM\n11:00 PM\n12:00 PM\n\n\n\nFor more information\, please contact me:\nBill Eddy (billeddy@gmail.com). \nTOURNAMENT REGISTRATION\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Participant's Name *First and last name.Parent's Name *First and last name.Participant's EmailPlease DO NOT use the parent email.Parent's Email *Contact for important updates.Participant's PhonePlease DO NOT use the parent email.Parent's Phone *Contact for important/urgent matters.Which event will you attend? *Concordia Invitational #5 (FEB 2026)Other (See Comments)Concordia Invitational #1 (OCT 2025)Concordia Invitational #2 (NOV 2025)Concordia Invitational #3 (DEC 2025)Concordia Invitational #4 (JAN 2026)We must register for each event separately.Participant's Grade *Grade 1Grade 2Grade 3Grade 4Grade 5Grade 6Grade 7Grade 8Grade 9Grade 10Grade 11Grade 12Adult (18+)Only adults (or grades 11-12) can serve as a judge.Participant's Role  *Other (See comments)1st Speaker (PF)2nd Speaker (PF)Observer (Not debating)Registering as a Competitor\, Judge\, or Parent Volunteer?Prior Debate Experience *Other (See comments)None.1-2 Events3-4 Events5+ EventsWhat debate experience (if any) does the participant have?.Please list\, or describe your preferred partner(s)... *Please list the names of the people you would prefer as your partner? or describe what you are looking for in a debate partner.Additional Questions/Comments (from Participant):Submit
URL:https://21stcenturydebate.org/event/concordia-invitational-4-feb-17/
LOCATION:Online Meeting (8×8)\, California
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240210T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240210T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T132416
CREATED:20240124T083925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240124T100718Z
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SUMMARY:Wyatt Debate League (Feb 2024)
DESCRIPTION:Wyatt Debate League (Feb 10\, 2024)\nThey are hosting an “in-person” debate event… [Later!].\n \nDay/Date: Saturday\, February 10\, 2024\nTime: 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM (Approximate)\nLocation: Iroquois High School (Louisville\, KY).\nTabroom.com (Link): [Later!]. \nDebate Events: Public Forum Debate (Novice\, JV\, & Varsity).\nPublic Forum (NSDA): The United States federal government should ban single-use plastics.\nPrizes: We (and they) will offer prizes (medallions) for the top performances. \nEvent Requirements:\n1.) All attendees (Competitors and judges) must have an active Tabroom.com account.\n2.) We must provide adult volunteer judges (or varsity students\, grades 11-12\,  with experience).\n3.) We must have a parent chaperone to remain for the entire event. \nCost: $5.00-$20 per person depending on how many volunteers we have (our cost might be $0.00). \nSCHEDULE (Eastern Time): Public Forum \n07:45 AM Check-in.\n08:00 AM Round 1.\n09:30 AM Round 2.\n11:00 AM Round 3.\n12:00 PM Lunch.\n01:00 PM Round 4.\n02:15 PM Round 5.\n03:30 PM Semifinals.\n04:30 PM Awards.\n05:00 PM Finals*\n(*Time is approximate). \nFor more information\, please contact me:\nBill Eddy (billeddy@21stcenturydebate.org) \nTOURNAMENT REGISTRATION\n\n\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Participant's Name *First and LastParent's Name *First and LastParent Can Supervise? *Other (See Comments).Yes.No (unavailable).Maybe (See Comments).Participant's EmailPlease DO NOT use the parent's email.Parent's Email *To reach parents for important updates.Parent Can Judge? *Other (See Comments).Yes.No (unavailable).Maybe (See Comments).Participant's PhonePlease DO NOT use the parent's phone.Parent's Phone *For important and/or urgent updates.Parent Can Help (Carpool)? *Other (See Comments).Yes.No (unavailable).Maybe (See Comments).We need a ride (See Comments).Which event will you attend? *Dunbar HS (Nov. 16th) - $20 approxWyatt Debate League (Nov. 23rd) - $TBDOther (See Comments).Wyatt Debate League (Sept. 28th) - $TBDWyatt Debate League (Oct. 12th) - $TBDWe must register for each event separately (ty!).Participant's Grade (or Adult) *Grade 1Grade 2Grade 3Grade 4Grade 5Grade 6Grade 7Grade 8Grade 9Grade 10Grade 11Grade 12Adult (18+)Only adults (or grades 11-12) can serve as a judge.Participant has Tabroom.com? *Unsure (See Comments).Yes.No.An account for the participant is required (https://www.tabroom.com).Participant's Role  *Other (See Comments).PF Debate (1st Speaker).PF Debate (2nd Speaker).PF Debate (Either).Lincoln Douglas (LD)Observer.Registering as a Competitor\, Judge\, or Parent Volunteer?Prior Debate Experience *Other (See Comments).None.1-2 Events3-4 Events5+ EventsWhat debate experience (if any) does the participant have?.Parent has Tabroom.com? *Unsure (See Comments).Yes.No.An account is required for parent judges (https://www.tabroom.com).Please list (or describe) your preferred partner(s)... *Please list the names of people you prefer to be your partner. Also\, please describe the type of partner you are hoping for.Additional Questions/Comments (from Participant):Signature\n				\n					\n				\n				Clear Signature\n			Submit
URL:https://21stcenturydebate.org/event/wyatt-debate-league-feb-2024/
LOCATION:Louisville\, KY
ORGANIZER;CN="Wyatt Debate League":MAILTO:woody.zorn@gmail.com
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DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240127T233000
DTSTAMP:20260403T132416
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SUMMARY:Harvard International Event (Jan 26-27)
DESCRIPTION:Harvard University International Tournament\nThey are hosting a “full” debate event… [Event Invitation/Details].\nDate (Los Angeles): Friday\, January 26\, 2024\, to Saturday\, January 27\, 2024 (actually ends well after midnight if you’re in the finals).\nTime (Pacific Time): Friday\, 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.\, and Saturday\, 4:00 p.m. to 1:30 a.m.\nLocation (not Zoom!): An online event hosted by Harvard (tabroom.com) using NSDA Classroom.\nYou must create an account with tabroom.com to attend: [Register for Tabroom.com].\nEvents: “Public Forum Debate” (All grades).\nDivisions: This event is “open” for middle school\, but technically a novice division for high school.\nTopic (NSDA): Resolved: The U.S. federal government should ban single-use plastics. [Research Page]\nPrizes: They will have certificates\, trophies\, and/or medallions.\nCost: $150.00+ per person (could be $200!). \nHarvard International Tournament Schedule for PF Debate (Online\, Pacific Time): \nFriday\, January 26\, 2024  (Pacific Time)\nRound 1: Friday\, 4:00 PM (China: Saturday\, 8:00 AM)\nRound 2: Friday\, 5:00 PM (China: Saturday\, 9:00 AM)\nRound 3: Friday\, 6:30 PM (China: Saturday\, 10:30 AM)\nRound 4: Friday\, 8:00 PM (China: Saturday\, 12:00 PM) \nSaturday\, January 27\, 2024  (Pacific Time)\nElimination (Top 16-A): Saturday\, 4:00 PM (China: Sunday\, 8:00 AM)\nElimination (Top 16-B): Saturday\, 5:00 PM (China: Sunday\, 9:00 AM)\nElimination (Top 8): Saturday\, 6:30 PM (China: Sunday\, 10:30 AM)\nElimination (Top 4): Saturday\, 8:00 PM (China: Sunday\, 12:00 PM)\nElimination (Top 2): Saturday\, 9:30 PM (China: Sunday\, 1:30 PM) \nFor more information\, please contact me:\nBill Eddy (billeddy@gmail.com). \nTOURNAMENT REGISTRATION\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Participant's Name *First and last. ty.Parent's Name *First and last. ty.Participant's EmailPls DO NOT use the parent's email.Parent's Email *For important updates.Participant's PhonePls DO NOT use the parent's phone.Parent's Phone *For important and/or urgent matters.Which tournament will you attend? *National Online Forensics (FEB 2026)NOF - Asynchronous (FEB 2026)NOF - Novice Nationals (MAR 2026)National Online Forensics (MAR 2026)NOF - Asynchronous (MAR 2026)Int’l Forensics Olympiad (MAR 2026)Other (See Comments).Concordia Invitational #1 (Oct 4)Concordia Invitational #2 (Nov 8)National Online Forensics (Nov 15)National Online Forensics (Nov 17-24)Harvard International (Nov 21-22)Int’l Forensics Olympiad (Nov 28-29)Int’l Forensics Olympiad (Dec 19-20)National Online Forensics (Dec 20)National Online Forensics (Dec 22-29)Int’l Forensics Olympiad (Jan 16-17)Harvard International (Jan 23-24)We must register for each event separately.Participant's Grade (or Adult) *Grade 1Grade 2Grade 3Grade 4Grade 5Grade 6Grade 7Grade 8Grade 9Grade 10Grade 11Grade 12Adult (18+)Only adults (or grades 11-12) can serve as a judge.NOF Live Events (Zoom): *Assigned PlatformAsynchronous DebateImpromptu SpeechNone (Debate Only!)Other (See Comments)Note: If debating\, then unlikely to be allowed to do speeches.Participant has Tabroom.com account? *Unsure (See comments)Yes.No.Some tournaments may require a Tabroom.com account (https://www.tabroom.com).Preferred Event(s) *Other (See comments)Public Forum Debate (PF)Lincoln Douglas (LD)Only Speech Events (IE)Both: Debate & Speech (If Possible)This is helpful information. ty!Prior Speech/Debate Experience *Other (See comments)None.1-2 Events3-4 Events5+ EventsWhat debate experience (if any) does the participant have?.NOF Asynchronous Events (Video Recording): *Assigned PlatformAsynchronous DebateImpromptu SpeechNone (Debate only!)Other (See Comments)Note: No debating\, these events are only for video recordings.Parent has Tabroom.com account? *Unsure (See comments)Yes.No.Parents may sometimes need to serve as a volunteer judge (https://www.tabroom.com).Partner Information (For Debaters!)Please list the names of people you prefer to be your partner. Also\, please describe the type of partner you are hoping for.Additional Questions/Comments (from Participant):Submit
URL:https://21stcenturydebate.org/event/harvard-international-tournament-jan-26-27/
LOCATION:NSDA Classroom\, DC\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240120T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240120T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T132416
CREATED:20240112T195500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240119T010223Z
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SUMMARY:Concordia Invitational #3 (Jan 20)
DESCRIPTION:Concordia University Invitational (Part 3)\nThey are hosting a “full” debate event… [Event Invitation/Details].\nDate (Los Angeles): Saturday\, January 20\, 2024.\nTime (Pacific Time): Saturday\, 3:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.\nLocation (not Zoom!): An online event hosted by Concordia University (using 8×8).\nEvents: “Public Forum Debate” (All grades).\nDivisions: This event is “open” (no novice division).\nTopic (NSDA): Resolved: The U.S. federal government should ban single-use plastics. [Research Page]\nPrizes: Certificates (excellent quality) will be sent via email.\nCost: $0.00 per person. \n\n\n\nTournament Schedule\nPacific Time\nEastern Time\nBeijing Time\n\n\nJanuary 20th\nJanuary 20th\nJanuary 21st\n\n\nDebater Check-In\n3:30 PM\n6:30 PM\n7:30 AM\n\n\nRound 1 Pairings\n3:40 PM\n6:40 PM\n7:40 AM\n\n\nRound 1 Debates Start\n3:45 PM\n6:45 PM\n7:45 AM\n\n\nRound 2 Pairing\n4:45 PM\n7:45 PM\n8:45 AM\n\n\nRound 2 Debates Start\n4:50 PM\n7:50 PM\n8:50 AM\n\n\nRound 3 Pairings\n5:50 PM\n8:50 PM\n9:50 AM\n\n\nRound 3 Debates Start\n5:55 PM\n8:55 PM\n9:55 AM\n\n\nRound 4 Pairing\n6:55 PM\n9:55 PM\n10:55 AM\n\n\nRound 4 Debates Start\n7:00 PM\n10:00 PM\n11:00 AM\n\n\nAWARDS CEREMONY\n8:00 PM\n11:00 PM\n12:00 PM\n\n\n\nFor more information\, please contact me:\nBill Eddy (billeddy@gmail.com). \nTOURNAMENT REGISTRATION\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Participant's Name *First and last name.Parent's Name *First and last name.Participant's EmailPlease DO NOT use the parent email.Parent's Email *Contact for important updates.Participant's PhonePlease DO NOT use the parent email.Parent's Phone *Contact for important/urgent matters.Which event will you attend? *Concordia Invitational #5 (FEB 2026)Other (See Comments)Concordia Invitational #1 (OCT 2025)Concordia Invitational #2 (NOV 2025)Concordia Invitational #3 (DEC 2025)Concordia Invitational #4 (JAN 2026)We must register for each event separately.Participant's Grade *Grade 1Grade 2Grade 3Grade 4Grade 5Grade 6Grade 7Grade 8Grade 9Grade 10Grade 11Grade 12Adult (18+)Only adults (or grades 11-12) can serve as a judge.Participant's Role  *Other (See comments)1st Speaker (PF)2nd Speaker (PF)Observer (Not debating)Registering as a Competitor\, Judge\, or Parent Volunteer?Prior Debate Experience *Other (See comments)None.1-2 Events3-4 Events5+ EventsWhat debate experience (if any) does the participant have?.Please list\, or describe your preferred partner(s)... *Please list the names of the people you would prefer as your partner? or describe what you are looking for in a debate partner.Additional Questions/Comments (from Participant):Submit
URL:https://21stcenturydebate.org/event/concordia-invitational-3-jan-20th/
LOCATION:Online Meeting (8×8)\, California
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20231216T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20231216T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T132416
CREATED:20240917T222641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240917T222641Z
UID:36301-1702746000-1702760400@21stcenturydebate.org
SUMMARY:Snow Globe Debates (Dec 2024)
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the “Snow Globe” Debates\n\nWe are hosting an online debate event… \nDate: Saturday\, December 16\, 2023 (Sunday\, Dec 18th in China/Korea).\nTime (Pacific): Saturday\, 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. / Time (Eastern): Saturday\, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.\nTime (China): Sunday\, 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. / Time (Korea): Sunday\, 7 a.m. to 11 a.m.\nLocation (Online): We will use a “Zoom” meeting (details = see below!).\n \nEvent Details (PDF): This event requires no experience\, we are doing this for fun and a little bit of recognition for excellence. We will have 3 full debates and lots of crossfires. People can participate as debaters\, judges\, and/or observers. We still need judges of all experience levels\, including beginners. This event also has some free options so that everyone can enjoy some debating. This should be considered a low-stress\, enjoyable way to compete and build our skills.  Parents are welcome! Volunteerism is encouraged (letters of appreciation & service hours) are available. \nEvents: Public Forum Debate (PDF).\nDivisions (Open): 4-6th\, & 7-9th.\nTopic (Skills): Mandatory National Service. [Research]. <– Crossfires only!\nTopic (PF): On balance\, Forgiveness of All Federal Student Loan Debt would be desirable. [Research].\nPRIZES: We will have a prize (medallions) for the Top Teams\, Top Speakers\, and the Crossfire Champions*.\nCOST: $20.00 per person (*Crossfires = Free).\n \nFor more information\, please contact the tournament organizer:\nBill Eddy aka “Coach Bill” (billeddy@21stcenturydebate.org).\nCellular = +1.714.655.8135 \nZoom Information (pw: 21stdebate): [Click Here]. \nTentative Schedule (Saturday\, December 16\, 2023):\n[These times are listed as US\, Pacific – ex. Los Angeles]\n2:00 PM to 2:10 PM = Orientation for both Competitors and Judges: [Video].\n[Public Forum Debate: Student Loan Forgiveness]: [Public Forum Debate Ballot].\n2:15 PM to 3:10 PM = PF Debate Round 1 [Posting: Round 1]\n3:20 PM to 4:15 PM = PF Debate Round 2 [Posting: Round 2]\n4:25 PM to 5:20 PM = PF Debate Round 3 [Posting: Round 3]\n[Crossfire Champions: All grades!]: [“Crossfire Champions” Ballot].\n4:00 PM to 6:00 PM = Crossfire Champions.\nTopic(s): Mandatory National Service or Student Loan Forgiveness. \nPLEASE REGISTER HERE\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Participant's Name *Please provide the first and last name.Parent's Name *Please provide the first and last name.Participant's EmailPlease do not use the parent's email.Parent's Email *To reach parents for important updates.Participant's PhonePlease do not use the parent's phone.Parent's Phone *For important and/or urgent matters.Name of the Event... *"Great Pumpkin" Debates (Nov 2nd)"Snow Globe" Debates (Jan 4th)Other: See comments.Note: We can only enroll for one event per form (fyi)Participant's Grade (Current) *Grade 1Grade 2Grade 3Grade 4Grade 5Grade 6Grade 7Grade 8Grade 9Grade 10Grade 11Grade 12Adult (18+)Important for competitors & judges.Participant's Role  *Other (See Comments).1st Speaker (Public Forum).2nd Speaker (Public Forum).Competing (Skills Debate).Competing (Extra Events).Volunteering (as Judge).Volunteering (Adult Supervisor).Just Observing.Competitor\, Volunteer\, or Observer?Participant's Experience *Other (See Comments).None.1-2 Events3-4 Events5+ EventsImportant for competitors & judges.Which extra events are you interested in... *Crossfire ChampionsSpeaking Contest (via Video)Writing Contest (via Email)Costume Contest (Only for Halloween)UndecidedNone of TheseSome tournaments offer 'extra' events\, which are free to join\, offering awards for the top performances.Partner preference... *Please provide a few names of people you would like to partner with. Also\, describe the kind of partner you are interested in.Additional Questions/Comments:Submit
URL:https://21stcenturydebate.org/event/snow-globe-debates-dec-2024/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="Bill Eddy":MAILTO:BillEddy@21stcenturydebate.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20231216T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20231216T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T132416
CREATED:20231027T032418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231217T001438Z
UID:34890-1702746000-1702760400@21stcenturydebate.org
SUMMARY:Snow Globe Debates (Dec 2023)
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the “Snow Globe” Debates\n\nWe are hosting an online debate event… \nDate: Saturday\, December 16\, 2023 (Sunday\, Dec 18th in China/Korea).\nTime (Pacific): Saturday\, 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. / Time (Eastern): Saturday\, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.\nTime (China): Sunday\, 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. / Time (Korea): Sunday\, 7 a.m. to 11 a.m.\nLocation (Online): We will use a “Zoom” meeting (details = see below!).\n \nEvent Details (PDF): This event requires no experience\, we are doing this for fun and a little bit of recognition for excellence. We will have 3 full debates and lots of crossfires. People can participate as debaters\, judges\, and/or observers. We still need judges of all experience levels\, including beginners. This event also has some free options so that everyone can enjoy some debating. This should be considered a low-stress\, enjoyable way to compete and build our skills.  Parents are welcome! Volunteerism is encouraged (letters of appreciation & service hours) are available. \nEvents: Public Forum Debate (PDF).\nDivisions (Open): 4-6th\, & 7-9th.\nTopic (Skills): Mandatory National Service. [Research]. <– Crossfires only!\nTopic (PF): On balance\, Forgiveness of All Federal Student Loan Debt would be desirable. [Research].\nPRIZES: We will have a prize (medallions) for the Top Teams\, Top Speakers\, and the Crossfire Champions*.\nCOST: $20.00 per person (*Crossfires = Free).\n \nFor more information\, please contact the tournament organizer:\nBill Eddy aka “Coach Bill” (billeddy@21stcenturydebate.org).\nCellular = +1.714.655.8135 \nZoom Information (pw: 21stdebate): [Click Here]. \nTentative Schedule (Saturday\, December 16\, 2023):\n[These times are listed as US\, Pacific – ex. Los Angeles]\n2:00 PM to 2:10 PM = Orientation for both Competitors and Judges: [Video].\n[Public Forum Debate: Student Loan Forgiveness]: [Public Forum Debate Ballot].\n2:15 PM to 3:10 PM = PF Debate Round 1 [Posting: Round 1]\n3:20 PM to 4:15 PM = PF Debate Round 2 [Posting: Round 2]\n4:25 PM to 5:20 PM = PF Debate Round 3 [Posting: Round 3]\n[Crossfire Champions: All grades!]: [“Crossfire Champions” Ballot].\n4:00 PM to 6:00 PM = Crossfire Champions.\nTopic(s): Mandatory National Service or Student Loan Forgiveness. \nPLEASE REGISTER HERE\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Participant's Name *Please provide the first and last name.Parent's Name *Please provide the first and last name.Participant's EmailPlease do not use the parent's email.Parent's Email *To reach parents for important updates.Participant's PhonePlease do not use the parent's phone.Parent's Phone *For important and/or urgent matters.Name of the Event... *"Great Pumpkin" Debates (Nov 2nd)"Snow Globe" Debates (Jan 4th)Other: See comments.Note: We can only enroll for one event per form (fyi)Participant's Grade (Current) *Grade 1Grade 2Grade 3Grade 4Grade 5Grade 6Grade 7Grade 8Grade 9Grade 10Grade 11Grade 12Adult (18+)Important for competitors & judges.Participant's Role  *Other (See Comments).1st Speaker (Public Forum).2nd Speaker (Public Forum).Competing (Skills Debate).Competing (Extra Events).Volunteering (as Judge).Volunteering (Adult Supervisor).Just Observing.Competitor\, Volunteer\, or Observer?Participant's Experience *Other (See Comments).None.1-2 Events3-4 Events5+ EventsImportant for competitors & judges.Which extra events are you interested in... *Crossfire ChampionsSpeaking Contest (via Video)Writing Contest (via Email)Costume Contest (Only for Halloween)UndecidedNone of TheseSome tournaments offer 'extra' events\, which are free to join\, offering awards for the top performances.Partner preference... *Please provide a few names of people you would like to partner with. Also\, describe the kind of partner you are interested in.Additional Questions/Comments:Submit
URL:https://21stcenturydebate.org/event/snow-globe-debates-2023/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="Bill Eddy":MAILTO:BillEddy@21stcenturydebate.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20231208T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20231208T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T132416
CREATED:20231112T151205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231113T084521Z
UID:35422-1702062000-1702072800@21stcenturydebate.org
SUMMARY:Concordia Invitational #2 (Dec 2023)
DESCRIPTION:Concordia University Invitational (Part 2)\nThey are hosting a “full” debate event… [Event Invitation/Details].\nDate: Friday\, December 8\, 2023.\nTime (Eastern): 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.\nLocation (not Zoom!): An online event hosted by Concordia University (using 8×8).\nEvents: “Public Forum Debate” (All grades).\nDivisions: This event is “open” (no novice division).\nTopic (NSDA): The United States federal government should forgive all federal student loan debt. [Research].\nPrizes: Certificates (excellent quality) will be sent via email.\nCost: $0.00 per person. \nFor more information\, please contact me:\nBill Eddy (billeddy@21stcenturydebate.org). \nPLEASE REGISTER HERE\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Participant's Name *First and last name.Parent's Name *First and last name.Participant's EmailPlease DO NOT use the parent email.Parent's Email *Contact for important updates.Participant's PhonePlease DO NOT use the parent email.Parent's Phone *Contact for important/urgent matters.Which event will you attend? *Concordia Invitational #5 (FEB 2026)Other (See Comments)Concordia Invitational #1 (OCT 2025)Concordia Invitational #2 (NOV 2025)Concordia Invitational #3 (DEC 2025)Concordia Invitational #4 (JAN 2026)We must register for each event separately.Participant's Grade *Grade 1Grade 2Grade 3Grade 4Grade 5Grade 6Grade 7Grade 8Grade 9Grade 10Grade 11Grade 12Adult (18+)Only adults (or grades 11-12) can serve as a judge.Participant's Role  *Other (See comments)1st Speaker (PF)2nd Speaker (PF)Observer (Not debating)Registering as a Competitor\, Judge\, or Parent Volunteer?Prior Debate Experience *Other (See comments)None.1-2 Events3-4 Events5+ EventsWhat debate experience (if any) does the participant have?.Please list\, or describe your preferred partner(s)... *Please list the names of the people you would prefer as your partner? or describe what you are looking for in a debate partner.Additional Questions/Comments (from Participant):Submit
URL:https://21stcenturydebate.org/event/concordia-invitational-dec-2023/
LOCATION:Online Meeting (8×8)\, California
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231201
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231202
DTSTAMP:20260403T132416
CREATED:20231112T151839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231112T151925Z
UID:35426-1701388800-1701475199@21stcenturydebate.org
SUMMARY:TOC Digital Series #1 (Dec 2023)
DESCRIPTION:TOC Digital Series #1 (University of Kentucky)\nThey are hosting a “full” online debate event… [Invitation]. [Schedule].\nDates (Los Angeles): Friday\, December 1\, 2023 to Sunday\, December 3\, 2023.\nTime (Pacific): Friday\, 5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.\, Saturday (& Sunday*)\, 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.\n*Sunday is only for those advancing to the elimination rounds.\nLocation (NSDA Classroom**): An online event hosted by the University of Kentucky.\n**Requires a “Tabroom.com” account. [Tabroom.com].\nEvents: “Public Forum Debate” (Grades 6-12).\nDivisions: Open (Also… “Rising Stars” for newer debaters with 2 years or less experience).\nTopic: The U.S.  federal government should forgive all federal student loan debt. [Research].\nPrizes: Certificates (excellent quality) will be sent via email.\nCost: To Be Determined (T.B.D.). \nFor more information\, please contact:\nJesse Kim (director@magnetacademy.com).\nBill Eddy (billeddy@gmail.com). \nPLEASE REGISTER HERE\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Participant's Name *First and last. ty.Parent's Name *First and last. ty.Participant's EmailPls DO NOT use the parent's email.Parent's Email *For important updates.Participant's PhonePls DO NOT use the parent's phone.Parent's Phone *For important and/or urgent matters.Which tournament will you attend? *National Online Forensics (FEB 2026)NOF - Asynchronous (FEB 2026)NOF - Novice Nationals (MAR 2026)National Online Forensics (MAR 2026)NOF - Asynchronous (MAR 2026)Int’l Forensics Olympiad (MAR 2026)Other (See Comments).Concordia Invitational #1 (Oct 4)Concordia Invitational #2 (Nov 8)National Online Forensics (Nov 15)National Online Forensics (Nov 17-24)Harvard International (Nov 21-22)Int’l Forensics Olympiad (Nov 28-29)Int’l Forensics Olympiad (Dec 19-20)National Online Forensics (Dec 20)National Online Forensics (Dec 22-29)Int’l Forensics Olympiad (Jan 16-17)Harvard International (Jan 23-24)We must register for each event separately.Participant's Grade (or Adult) *Grade 1Grade 2Grade 3Grade 4Grade 5Grade 6Grade 7Grade 8Grade 9Grade 10Grade 11Grade 12Adult (18+)Only adults (or grades 11-12) can serve as a judge.NOF Live Events (Zoom): *Assigned PlatformAsynchronous DebateImpromptu SpeechNone (Debate Only!)Other (See Comments)Note: If debating\, then unlikely to be allowed to do speeches.Participant has Tabroom.com account? *Unsure (See comments)Yes.No.Some tournaments may require a Tabroom.com account (https://www.tabroom.com).Preferred Event(s) *Other (See comments)Public Forum Debate (PF)Lincoln Douglas (LD)Only Speech Events (IE)Both: Debate & Speech (If Possible)This is helpful information. ty!Prior Speech/Debate Experience *Other (See comments)None.1-2 Events3-4 Events5+ EventsWhat debate experience (if any) does the participant have?.NOF Asynchronous Events (Video Recording): *Assigned PlatformAsynchronous DebateImpromptu SpeechNone (Debate only!)Other (See Comments)Note: No debating\, these events are only for video recordings.Parent has Tabroom.com account? *Unsure (See comments)Yes.No.Parents may sometimes need to serve as a volunteer judge (https://www.tabroom.com).Partner Information (For Debaters!)Please list the names of people you prefer to be your partner. Also\, please describe the type of partner you are hoping for.Additional Questions/Comments (from Participant):Submit
URL:https://21stcenturydebate.org/event/toc-digital-series-1-dec-2023/
LOCATION:NSDA Classroom\, DC\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20231118T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20231118T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T132416
CREATED:20231001T063121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231104T164818Z
UID:34431-1700294400-1700326800@21stcenturydebate.org
SUMMARY:Dunbar Invitational (Nov 2023)
DESCRIPTION:  \nDunbar High School Debate Invitational\nThey are hosting a “full” debate event… [Event Invitation/Details] & [Invite (PDF)].\nDate: Saturday\, November 18\, 2023\nTime (Eastern): Saturday\, 8:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.\nLocation (Lexington\, KY): An in-person event at the University of Kentucky.\nEvents: “Public Forum Debate” event for high school students (middle school will face high school competitors).\nDivisions: Experienced and inexperienced will be divided accordingly (based on the number of entries).\nTopic (NSDA): The United States federal government should forgive all federal student loan debt. [Research].\nPrizes: They will offer prizes for the top performances.\nCost: ??? per person.\nImportant: We will need some parent volunteers to act as judges. \nFor more information\, please contact me:\nBill Eddy (billeddy@21stcenturydebate.org). \nPLEASE REGISTER HERE\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Participant's Name *First and LastParent's Name *First and LastParent Can Supervise? *Other (See Comments).Yes.No (unavailable).Maybe (See Comments).Participant's EmailPlease DO NOT use the parent's email.Parent's Email *To reach parents for important updates.Parent Can Judge? *Other (See Comments).Yes.No (unavailable).Maybe (See Comments).Participant's PhonePlease DO NOT use the parent's phone.Parent's Phone *For important and/or urgent updates.Parent Can Help (Carpool)? *Other (See Comments).Yes.No (unavailable).Maybe (See Comments).We need a ride (See Comments).Which event will you attend? *Dunbar HS (Nov. 16th) - $20 approxWyatt Debate League (Nov. 23rd) - $TBDOther (See Comments).Wyatt Debate League (Sept. 28th) - $TBDWyatt Debate League (Oct. 12th) - $TBDWe must register for each event separately (ty!).Participant's Grade (or Adult) *Grade 1Grade 2Grade 3Grade 4Grade 5Grade 6Grade 7Grade 8Grade 9Grade 10Grade 11Grade 12Adult (18+)Only adults (or grades 11-12) can serve as a judge.Participant has Tabroom.com? *Unsure (See Comments).Yes.No.An account for the participant is required (https://www.tabroom.com).Participant's Role  *Other (See Comments).PF Debate (1st Speaker).PF Debate (2nd Speaker).PF Debate (Either).Lincoln Douglas (LD)Observer.Registering as a Competitor\, Judge\, or Parent Volunteer?Prior Debate Experience *Other (See Comments).None.1-2 Events3-4 Events5+ EventsWhat debate experience (if any) does the participant have?.Parent has Tabroom.com? *Unsure (See Comments).Yes.No.An account is required for parent judges (https://www.tabroom.com).Please list (or describe) your preferred partner(s)... *Please list the names of people you prefer to be your partner. Also\, please describe the type of partner you are hoping for.Additional Questions/Comments (from Participant):Signature\n				\n					\n				\n				Clear Signature\n			Submit
URL:https://21stcenturydebate.org/event/dunbar-invitational-pldhs-nov-18th/
LOCATION:University of Kentucky\, 410 Administration Dr.\, Lexington\, KY\, 40506\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20231117T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20231117T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T132416
CREATED:20231104T160104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231113T084527Z
UID:35244-1700247600-1700258400@21stcenturydebate.org
SUMMARY:Concordia Invitational #1 (Nov 2023)
DESCRIPTION:Concordia University Invitational (Part 1)\nThey are hosting a “full” debate event… [Event Invitation/Details].\nDate: Friday\, November 17\, 2023.\nTime (Eastern): Friday\, 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.\nLocation (not Zoom!): An online event hosted by Concordia University (using 8×8).\nEvents: “Public Forum Debate” (All grades).\nDivisions: This event is “open” (no novice division).\nTopic (NSDA): The United States federal government should forgive all federal student loan debt. [Research].\nPrizes: Certificates (excellent quality) will be sent via email.\nCost: $0.00 per person. \nFor more information\, please contact me:\nBill Eddy (billeddy@21stcenturydebate.org). \nPLEASE REGISTER HERE\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Participant's Name *First and last name.Parent's Name *First and last name.Participant's EmailPlease DO NOT use the parent email.Parent's Email *Contact for important updates.Participant's PhonePlease DO NOT use the parent email.Parent's Phone *Contact for important/urgent matters.Which event will you attend? *Concordia Invitational #5 (FEB 2026)Other (See Comments)Concordia Invitational #1 (OCT 2025)Concordia Invitational #2 (NOV 2025)Concordia Invitational #3 (DEC 2025)Concordia Invitational #4 (JAN 2026)We must register for each event separately.Participant's Grade *Grade 1Grade 2Grade 3Grade 4Grade 5Grade 6Grade 7Grade 8Grade 9Grade 10Grade 11Grade 12Adult (18+)Only adults (or grades 11-12) can serve as a judge.Participant's Role  *Other (See comments)1st Speaker (PF)2nd Speaker (PF)Observer (Not debating)Registering as a Competitor\, Judge\, or Parent Volunteer?Prior Debate Experience *Other (See comments)None.1-2 Events3-4 Events5+ EventsWhat debate experience (if any) does the participant have?.Please list\, or describe your preferred partner(s)... *Please list the names of the people you would prefer as your partner? or describe what you are looking for in a debate partner.Additional Questions/Comments (from Participant):Submit
URL:https://21stcenturydebate.org/event/concordia-invitational-nov-2023/
LOCATION:Online Meeting (8×8)\, California
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20231104T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20231104T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T132416
CREATED:20231023T081932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231103T115656Z
UID:34735-1699083000-1699120800@21stcenturydebate.org
SUMMARY:Wyatt Debate League (Nov 2023)
DESCRIPTION:Wyatt Debate League (Nov 4\, 2023)\nThey are hosting an “in-person” debate event… [Invitation/Details] & [Registration].\n \nDay/Date: Saturday\, November 4\, 2023\nTime: 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM\nLocation: Meyzeek Middle School (Louisville\, KY).\nTabroom.com (Link): https://www.tabroom.com/user/enter/entry.mhtml?school_id=637687 \nDebate Events: Public Forum Debate (Novice\, JV\, & Varsity).\nPublic Forum (NSDA): The United States federal government should forgive all federal student loan debt.\nPrizes: We (and they) will offer prizes (medallions) for the top performances. \nEvent Requirements:\n1.) All attendees (Competitors and judges) must have an active Tabroom.com account.\n2.) We must provide adult volunteer judges (or varsity students\, grades 11-12\,  with experience).\n3.) We must have a parent chaperone to remain for the entire event. \nCost: $5.00-$20 per person depending on how many volunteers we have (our cost might be $0.00). \nSCHEDULE (Eastern Time): Public Forum \n07:45 AM Check-in.\n08:00 AM Round 1.\n09:30 AM Round 2.\n11:00 AM Round 3.\n12:00 PM Lunch.\n01:00 PM Round 4.\n02:15 PM Round 5.\n03:30 PM Semifinals.\n04:30 PM Awards.\n05*:00 PM Finals \n(*Time is approximate). \nFor more information\, please contact me:\nBill Eddy (billeddy@21stcenturydebate.org)
URL:https://21stcenturydebate.org/event/wyatt-debate-league-nov-2023/
LOCATION:Louisville\, KY
ORGANIZER;CN="Wyatt Debate League":MAILTO:woody.zorn@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20231028T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20231028T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T132416
CREATED:20230901T052851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231107T080556Z
UID:28221-1698512400-1698526800@21stcenturydebate.org
SUMMARY:Great Pumpkin Debates (Oct 2023)
DESCRIPTION:21st Century Debate Online Event (All Grades)\nWe are hosting a “skills” debate event… [Event Invitation/Details (PDF)]. [RESULTS]\nDate: Saturday\, October 28\, 2023 (US\, Eastern & Pacific).\nTime (Eastern): Saturday\, 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Time (Pacific): Saturday\, 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm. \nThis event does not require any experience\, we are doing it to build our skills and to have some fun. We need judges of all experience levels\, including beginners. Students can attend as an observer\, a judge\, or as a competitor. Anyone grades 1-12\, can attend and can join the costume event. \nSkills debaters will use the following topic: “Self-Driving Vehicles in the U.S. are desirable“. [Research]\nPublic Forum Topic (NSDA*): “Increased U.S. Militarization of the Arctic is desirable“. [Research]\n*The United States federal government should substantially increase its military presence in the Arctic. \n“Skills” Debate: Each debater chooses a partner or will have a partner assigned to them on the day of the event. No prior experience is required. Each speaker from each team (two students per team) will present one argument (each argument must be different!). After a few minutes of preparation time\, each speaker will refute one of the opposing team’s arguments. After a minute of preparation time\, there will be a three-minute “crossfire” that will conclude the debate.\n \nEvents: “Skills” Debate (grades 1-3\, 4-6\, & 7-9)\, Public Forum Debate (grades 4-6\, 7-9\, & 10-12)\, Crossfire Champions (all grades)\, & Costume Event (all grades). \nDivisions: Experienced and inexperienced will be divided accordingly (based on the number of entries). \nIMPORTANT: We would like to have debaters/judges wearing costumes (costumes are optional) and participate in a costume contest as well. We need judges for this too! 🙂 \nPRIZES: We will have prizes (medallions) for some of the top performances. The number of awards depends on the number of people who sign up. \nFor more information\, please contact the tournament organizer:\nBill Eddy (billeddy@21stcenturydebate.org). \nCOST: $20.00 per person. \nTentative Schedule (Saturday\, October 28\, 2023):\n[All times are for US\, Eastern]\n5:00 PM to 5:15 PM = Orientation [Orientation (All)] & [Judge Training].\n[Skills Debate: Self-Driving Vehicles (SKILLS BALLOT)].\n5:25 PM to 5:55 PM = Skills Debate Round 1 [Posting: Round 1].\n6:00 PM to 6:25 PM = Skills Debate Round 2 [Posting: Round 2].\n6:30 PM to 6:55 PM = Skills Debate Round 3 [Posting: Round 3].\n[Public Forum Debate: Arctic Militarization (PF BALLOT)]\n5:30 PM to 6:30 PM = Public Forum Round 1 [Posting: Round 1].\n6:35 PM to 7:35 PM = Public Forum Round 2 [Posting: Round 2].\n8:00 PM to 8:55 PM = Public Forum Round 3* [Posting: Round 3].\n*Depending on the event remaining on schedule.\n[‘Crossfire Only’ Event: All grades! (CROSSFIRE BALLOT)].\n7:00 PM to 8:45 PM = Crossfire Champions.\n[Costume Event: All grades! (COSTUME BALLOT)].\n7:00 PM to 7:55 PM = Costume Contest.
URL:https://21stcenturydebate.org/event/great-pumpkin-debates-fall-2023/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="Bill Eddy":MAILTO:BillEddy@21stcenturydebate.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20231021T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20231021T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T132416
CREATED:20231001T041015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231011T103624Z
UID:34419-1697875200-1697907600@21stcenturydebate.org
SUMMARY:Speak of the Devil (HCHS\, Oct 21st)
DESCRIPTION:Henry Clay High School Debate Tournament [CANCELLED]\nThey are hosting a “full” debate event… [Event Invitation/Details = Cancelled!] & [Registration Form]*.\n*This form tells us you wish to attend but it is not a commitment (An active tabroom.com account is required).\nDate: Saturday\, October 21\, 2023 (Sunday\, October 22nd in China/Korea).\nTime (Eastern): Saturday\, 8:00 am to 5:00 am (<– this is just a prediction).\nLocation (Kentucky): This is an “online” event.\nEvents: This event will offer “Public Forum Debate” event for high school students (middle school debaters will have to face high school and middle school competitors). The official invitation has not yet been released. \nPublic Forum topic (NSDA): “Increased U.S. Militarization of the Arctic is desirable“. [Research] \nPublic Forum Debate: [EXPLAINER (VIDEO)]\, [EVENT DESCRIPTION (PDF)] & [FORMS (PDF)].\nDivisions: Experienced and inexperienced will be divided accordingly (based on the number of entries).\nPrizes: We (and they) will offer prizes (medallions) for the top performances.\nCost: ??? per person.\nImportant: We will need some parent volunteers to act as judges. [Judge Training/Update = Later!]. \nFor more information\, please contact me:\nBill Eddy (billeddy@21stcenturydebate.org)
URL:https://21stcenturydebate.org/event/speak-of-the-devil-hchs-oct-21st/
LOCATION:NSDA Classroom\, DC\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20230610T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20230610T230000
DTSTAMP:20260403T132416
CREATED:20230501T063929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231104T160156Z
UID:30350-1686427200-1686438000@21stcenturydebate.org
SUMMARY:Concordia Invitational (June 10\, 2023)
DESCRIPTION:CONCORDIA UNIVERSITY INVITATIONAL\nThey are hosting a “public forum” debate event\nPlease read the following to learn more…\nDate: Saturday\, June 10\, 2023\nTime (US\, Pacific): Saturday\, 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm.\nTime (US\, Eastern): Saturday\, 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm.\nTime (Korea): Sunday\, 9:00 am to 12:00 pm.\nTournament (FTN): https://forensicstournament.net/goldeneagle/23/results.\nRESULTS: [Video]\, [XLS]\, [Speakers (PDF)]\, & [Teams (PDF)]. \nDETAILS: This event requires no prior debate experience we develop our skills and gain a little recognition for excellence along the way. We are scheduling three rounds of debate. Participate as a debater or an observer. This event is free. Anyone in grades 3rd-8th can compete (Grade 2 with permission). \nIMPORTANT: This event uses the Public Forum debate format.\nPublic Forum Debate “How to” (Video/PDF): [Video]\, & [PDF].\nPF Debate “Demonstration Debate” (DebateUS!): HERE.\n \nTopic: The U.S. Government should ban the collection of personal data through biometric recognition technology.\n[Evidence (Original)] [Evidence (Extras)] [Sample Arguments] [Sample Rebuttals] [Sample Rejoinders] [Sample Voting Issues]\n \nDivisions: Grades 2-6th\, and 6-8th. \nSchedule (Eastern Time): We will be using a ‘fixed’ schedule for these debates (punctuality is required). 🙂\nOrientation: 07:30 pm = [LINK]. <–later!\n08:00 pm to 08:45 pm: Round 1\n09:00 pm to 09:45 pm: Round 2\n10:00 pm to 10:45 pm: Round 3\nAfter 11:00 pm: Awards (we can send you a link\, so you can get to sleep).\n \nSchedule (Pacific Time): We will be using a ‘fixed’ schedule for these debates (punctuality is required). 🙂\nOrientation: 07:30 pm = [LINK]. <–later!\n05:00 pm to 05:45 pm: Round 1\n06:00 pm to 06:45 pm: Round 2\n07:00 pm to 07:45 pm: Round 3\nAfter 8:00 pm: Awards (we can send you a link\, so you can get to sleep). \nPRIZES: We will have a prize (medallions) for the top teams and top speakers. \nFor more information\, please contact:\nBill Eddy aka “Coach Bill”\nbilleddy@21stcenturydebate.org \nCOST: $0.00 per person (free).
URL:https://21stcenturydebate.org/event/concordia-invitational-june-2023/
LOCATION:California
ORGANIZER;CN="Bill Eddy":MAILTO:BillEddy@21stcenturydebate.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20230520T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20230520T230000
DTSTAMP:20260403T132416
CREATED:20230501T063056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231104T160207Z
UID:30346-1684612800-1684623600@21stcenturydebate.org
SUMMARY:Concordia Invitational (May 2023)
DESCRIPTION:CONCORDIA UNIVERSITY INVITATIONAL\n\nThey are hosting a “public forum” debate event\nPlease read the following to learn more…\nDate: Saturday\, May 20\, 2023\nTime (US\, Pacific): Saturday\, 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm.\nTime (US\, Eastern): Saturday\, 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm.\nTime (Korea): Sunday\, 9:00 am to 12:00 pm.\nResults: Click Here. \nDETAILS: This event requires no prior debate experience\, we develop our skills and gain a little recognition for excellence along the way. We are scheduling three full rounds of debate. Participate as a debater or an observer. This event is free. Anyone in grades 3rd-8th can compete. \nIMPORTANT: This event uses the Public Forum Debate format.\nPF Debate “How to” (Video): HERE.\nPF Debate Explained (PDF): HERE.\nPF Debate “Topic Lecture” Video (Champion Briefs): HERE.\nPF Debate “Topic Lecture” Video (Debate Track): HERE.\nPF Debate “Demonstration” Video (DebateUS): HERE.\n \nThe U.S. Government should ban the collection of personal data through biometric recognition technology.\n[Evidence] [Evidence (Extras)] [Sample Arguments] [Sample Rebuttals] [Sample Rejoinders] [Sample Voting Issues]\n \nDivisions: Grades 2-6th\, and 6-8th. \nSchedule (Eastern Time): We will be using a ‘fixed’ schedule for these debates (punctuality is required). 🙂\nOrientation: 07:30 pm = [LINK]\n08:00 pm to 08:45 pm: Round 1\n08:45 pm to 09:30 pm: Round 2\n09:30 pm to 10:15 pm: Round 3\n10:15 pm to 11:00 pm: Round 4\nAfter 11:00 pm: Awards (we can send you a link\, so you can get to sleep).\n \nSchedule (Pacific Time): We will be using a ‘fixed’ schedule for these debates (punctuality is required). 🙂\nOrientation: 04:30 pm = [LINK]\n05:00 pm to 05:45 pm: Round 1\n05:45 pm to 06:30 pm: Round 2\n06:30 pm to 07:15 pm: Round 3\n07:15 pm to 8:00 pm: Round 4\nAfter 8:00 pm: Awards (we can send you a link). \nPRIZES: We will have a prize (medallions) for the top teams and top speakers. \nFor more information\, please contact:\nBill Eddy aka “Coach Bill”\nbilleddy@21stcenturydebate.org\n(+1) 714/655-8135 \nCOST: $0.00 per person (free).
URL:https://21stcenturydebate.org/event/concordia-invitational-may-2023/
LOCATION:California
ORGANIZER;CN="Bill Eddy":MAILTO:BillEddy@21stcenturydebate.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20230506T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20230506T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T132416
CREATED:20230418T122054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230507T135850Z
UID:30203-1683388800-1683406800@21stcenturydebate.org
SUMMARY:"PF" Debate Championship (May 2023)
DESCRIPTION:21st Century “PF” Debate Championship (Grades 4-9th)\n\nWe are hosting a “skills” debate event… to learn more\, please read the information below…\nDate: Saturday\, April 29\, 2023.\nTime (U.S.\, Eastern): Saturday\, 5:00-9:00 pm.\nTime (U.S.\, Pacific): Saturday\, 2:00-6:00 pm.\nLocation: Online (using Zoom) – This information is found on your homework page.\nResults Here (Later!*): RESULTS.\n*Judges have not sent the scores to me. Waiting on more than half the judges to send me the email. \nDETAILS: This event requires no experience\, we develop skills and gain a little recognition for excellent results. We are scheduling four full debates along with the crossfire event. Participate as a debater\, judge\, and/or observer. We need judges of all experience levels\, including beginners. This event is low-cost and open to everyone. Anyone in grades 4th-9th can compete.  Volunteerism is encouraged (letters for service hours) are available. \nIMPORTANT: This event uses the Public Forum Debate format.\nPF Debate “How to” (Video): HERE.\nPF Debate Explained (PDF): HERE.\nPF Debate “Topic Lecture” Video (Debate Track): HERE.\nPF Debate “Demonstration” Video (DebateUS): HERE.\n \nTopic: The U.S. Government should ban the collection of personal data through biometric recognition technology.\n[Evidence] [Evidence (Extras)] [Sample Arguments] [Sample Rebuttals]* [Sample Rejoinders] [Sample Voting Issues]\n*Sample Outlines cover the cases. For rebuttals\, please use the evidence packet(s) and 4-step Refutation. \nDivisions: Grades 6th-9th (Grade 4-5 students can choose to participate).\nStudent Orientation: Video (10 min).\nJudge Orientation: Video (13 min).\nDebate Ballots = [PF Debate] & [Crossfire Only]. \nSchedule (Eastern Time): We will be using a ‘fixed’ schedule for these debates.\nOrientation: 4:45 pm = Required Videos for all Judges/Competitors.\n5:10 pm to 6:10 pm: Round 1 [Round 1]\n6:15 pm to 7:15 pm: Round 2 [Round 2]\n7:20 pm to 8:20 pm: Round 3 [Round 3]\n8:30 pm to 9:00 pm: Awards\n \nPRIZES: We will have a prize (trophies and medallions) for the top teams\, top speakers\, and possibly the top crossfire debaters. \nFor more information\, please contact the tournament organizer:\nBill Eddy aka “Coach Bill”\nbilleddy@21stcenturydebate.org \nCOST: $10.00 per person (Only competitors pay the $10 fee).
URL:https://21stcenturydebate.org/event/public-forum-debate-championship-spring-2023/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting\, 172 Streamwood\, Irvine\, CA\, 92620\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Bill Eddy":MAILTO:BillEddy@21stcenturydebate.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20230429T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20230429T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T132416
CREATED:20230414T201939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230430T173211Z
UID:30152-1682787600-1682802000@21stcenturydebate.org
SUMMARY:"Skills" Debate Championship (2023)
DESCRIPTION:21st Century “Skills” Debate Championship (Grades 4-9th)\n\nWe are hosting a “skills” debate event… to learn more\, please read the information below…\nDate: Saturday\, April 29\, 2023 (Sunday\, April 30th in Korea).\nTime (US\, Eastern): Saturday\, 5:00-9:00 PM.\nTime (US\, Pacific): Saturday\, 2:00-6:00 PM.\nTime (Korea/Asia): Sunday\, 6:00-10:00 AM.\nLocation: Online (using Zoom – same information as before).\nORIENTATION VIDEOS (ALL) = See “Schedule” Below.\nRESULTS: [HERE] \nDETAILS (PDF): This event requires no experience\, we develop skills and gain a little recognition for excellent results. We are scheduling four full debates along with the crossfire event. Participate as a debater\, judge\, and/or observer. We need judges of all experience levels\, including beginners. This event is low-cost and open to everyone. Anyone in grades 4th-9th can compete.  Volunteerism is encouraged (letters for service hours) are available.\n \nThis event adds the following changes… An extra speech = Voting Issues (after the crossfire!). The ballots will be changed slightly to reflect these changes. \nTopic: “On-Balance\, boycotting the ‘Fast Fashion’ industry would be desirable“.\n[Event Guidelines] [Research Page] [Evidence Packet] [Sample Outlines]* (*Done!) \n“21st Century Skills” Debate: Each debater chooses their own partner\, or has a partner assigned at the event. No prior experience in public speaking or debate is required. This event is open to the public\, so anyone may participate. Each speaker from each team (two students per team) will present one argument. After two minutes of preparation time\, each speaker will refute one of the opposing team’s arguments.  After another two minutes of prep time\, each speaker will defend their argument (a rejoinder speech). A three-minute “crossfire\,” will occur after the rejoinder speeches. Then there will be a final two minutes of preparation time\, followed by a “voting issues” speech lasting one minute per person. This will end the debate. After the debate\, judges will provide feedback (but not disclose the winning team). \nDivisions: Grades 4-6th\, and 6-9th (Grade 6 students can choose the division they prefer). Grade 3 students are welcome – with prior permission. \nSchedule (Eastern Time): We will be using a ‘fixed’ schedule for these debates (punctuality is very important).\n4:45 pm to 5:00 pm: Orientation Videos: [For Everyone (10 min)] [For Judges (20 min)] & [Skills Ballot]\n5:10 pm to 6:00 pm: Round 1 (Posting = 4:30 pm) [Click Here]\n6:10 pm to 7:00 pm: Round 2 (Posting = 5:30 pm) [Click Here]\n7:10 pm to 8:00 pm: Round 3 (Posting = 7:00 pm) [Click Here]\n8:10 pm to 9:00 pm: Round 4 (Posting = 8:00 pm) [Click Here] \nCrossfire Only Debates = Between debate rounds\, please visit the breakout room in Zoom for “Crossfires.”\n[Crossfire Judging (8 min)] & [Crossfire Ballot] \nPRIZES: We will have a prize (trophies and medallions) for the top teams\, top speakers\, and top crossfire debaters. \nFor more information\, please contact the tournament organizer:\nBill Eddy aka “Coach Bill”\nbilleddy@21stcenturydebate.org \nCOST: $10.00 per competitor (judges & observers = no cost).
URL:https://21stcenturydebate.org/event/skills-debate-championship-spring-2023/
LOCATION:California
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20230422T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20230422T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T132416
CREATED:20230418T101128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230418T123931Z
UID:30163-1682148600-1682179200@21stcenturydebate.org
SUMMARY:Wyatt Debate League (April 22\, 2023)
DESCRIPTION:“Wilson Wyatt Debate League” Online Debate Event (Grades 6*-12th)\n\nThey are hosting a “public forum” debate event… to learn more\, please read the information provided below…\nDate: Saturday\, April 22\, 2022.\nTime (Eastern): Saturday\, 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM.\nLocation: In-person (at Trinity High School) and Online (using NSDA Classroom).\nInvitation: PDF\n \nDETAILS (PDF): This event does not require experience\, yet it is important to understand the skills and expectations.\n \nIMPORTANT: This event uses the Public Forum Debate format.\nNSDA Campus (Testing is REQUIRED!): HERE\nPF Debate “How to” (Video): HERE\nPF Debate Explained (PDF): HERE\nPF Debate “Topic Lecture” Video (Debate Track): HERE\nPF Debate “Demonstration” Video (DebateUS): HERE\n \nThe U.S. Federal Government should ban the collection of personal data through biometric recognition technology.\n[Research] [Evidence] [Register]  \nDIVISIONS: Grades 6*-12th.\n*We can take mature 4th graders and older – please ask permission if you’re not yet in grade 5.\nNovice = In your first year of debate (this includes all formats)\, or fewer than 3 debates the previous year.\nJV and Varsity are up to the debaters and their coach to decide! \nSCHEDULE (Eastern Time):\nRound 1: 08:00 AM\nRound 2: 09:00 AM\nRound 3: 10:00 AM\nRound 4: 11:00 AM\nLunch:     12:00 PM\nSemis:     01:00 PM\nAwards:  02:15 PM\nFinals:    02:45 PM\n \nPRIZES: We/They will have a prize (medallions) for the top teams\, and the top speakers. \nCOST: $5.00 per person (+Judging $50 per judge divided among each of the participants – one judge is required for every 4 debaters).\nNote: Last time they charged us $0.00 per person and we had enough parents to cover the judging requirement. \nFor more information\, please contact the tournament organizer:\nBill Eddy aka “Coach Bill” (billeddy@21stcenturydebate.org).
URL:https://21stcenturydebate.org/event/wilson-wyatt-debate-league-april-22-2023/
LOCATION:California
ORGANIZER;CN="Bill Eddy":MAILTO:BillEddy@21stcenturydebate.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20230225T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20230225T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T132416
CREATED:20230112T024356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230414T202002Z
UID:28926-1677344400-1677357000@21stcenturydebate.org
SUMMARY:"Future Leader" Debates (Winter 2023)
DESCRIPTION:  \n\n“21st Century Skills” Online Debate Event (Grades 4-9th)\n\nWe are hosting a “skills” debate event… to learn more\, please read the information provided below…\nDate: Saturday\, February 25\, 2022 (Sunday\, Feb. 26th in Korea).\nTime (Eastern): Saturday\, 5pm-8:30pm.\nTime (Pacific): Saturday\, 2pm-5:30pm.\nTime (Korea/Asia): Sunday\, 7am-10:15am.\nLocation: Online (using Zoom) – To be announced later (same information as last time).\nRESULTS (Feb 26th\, 3am ET): Here. \nDETAILS (PDF): This event requires no experience\, we can develop skills\, gain a little recognition for excellent results. We are scheduling three full debates along with the crossfire event. Participate as a debater\, judge\, and/or observer. We need judges of all experience levels\, including beginners. This event is free and open to everyone. It should be considered a low-stress\, enjoyable way to build up our confidence and our speaking/debating skills. Anyone in grades 4-9th\, can compete.  Parents are welcome! Volunteerism is encouraged (letters of appreciation & service hours) are available for any volunteers.\n \nSIGNIFICANT CHANGES: This event adds the following changes… 1.) Please cite your sources\, 2.) Prep Time: 2 minutes (instead of three)\, and 3.) Extra Speech: Defending your argument (Rejoinder). The ballots will be changed slightly to reflect these changes. Also… these changes were always intended for the second half of the school year (FYI). \nTopic: “On-Balance\, ‘Artificial Intelligence’ is desirable“.  [Research] \n“21st Century Skills” Debate: Each debater may choose their own partner\, or have a partner assigned to them on the day of the event. No prior experience in public speaking or debate is required. This event is open to the public\, so anyone may participate. Each speaker from each team (two students per team) will present one argument. After two minutes of preparation time\, each speaker will refute one of the opposing team’s arguments.  After another two minutes or prep time\, each speaker will defend their argument (a rejoinder speech). Finally\, there is a three-minute “crossfire\,” which will end the debate. After the debate ends\, judge(s) will give feedback. \nDivisions: Grades 4-6th\, and 6-9th (Grade 6 students can choose the division they prefer). \nSchedule (Eastern Time): We will be using a ‘fixed’ schedule for these debates (punctuality is important).\n5:00pm to 5:15pm: Orientation and Judge/Student Training\n5:15pm to 6:10pm: Round 1\n6:20pm to 7:15pm: Round 2\n7:20pm to 8:15pm: Round 3\n8:30pm = End of the Event\n \nPRIZES: We will have a prize (medallions) for top teams\, top speakers\, and crossfire debating. \nFor more information\, please contact the tournament organizer:\nBill Eddy aka “Coach Bill”\nbilleddy@21stcenturydebate.org \nCOST: $0.00 per person (free).
URL:https://21stcenturydebate.org/event/future-leaders-debate-winter-2023/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting\, 172 Streamwood\, Irvine\, CA\, 92620\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Bill Eddy":MAILTO:BillEddy@21stcenturydebate.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20230211T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20230211T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T132416
CREATED:20230123T060239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230213T043440Z
UID:29008-1676100600-1676134800@21stcenturydebate.org
SUMMARY:Wilson Wyatt Debate League (Feb 11\, 2023)
DESCRIPTION:“Wilson Wyatt Debate League” Online Debate Event (Grades 6*-12th)\n\nThey are hosting a “public forum” debate event… to learn more\, please read the information provided below…\nDate: Saturday\, February 11\, 2022.\nTime (Eastern): Saturday\, 7:15am-5pm.\nLocation: In-person (at Trinity High School) and Online (using NSDA Classroom).\nInvitation: DOC\nResults (Wyatt Debate League): Here.\n \n\n[1st] First Place (JVPF): Aaron G. & Aarav T.\n[1st] First Place (Speaker): Aaron G.\n[2nd] Second Place (Speaker): Aarav T.\n[5th] Marino & Saturday\, 3-2 (229.25)\n[7th] Top Ten (Speaker): Alyssa M.\n[7th] Dhar & Vaish\, 3-2 (207.27)\n[8th] Top Ten (Speaker): Athena S.\n[8th] Cornea\, Rana/Rana\, 3-2 (201.0)\n\nDETAILS (PDF): This event does not require experience\, yet it is important to understand the skills and expectations.\n \nIMPORTANT: This event uses the Public Forum Debate format.\nPF Debate “How to” (Video): HERE\nPF Debate Explained (It has been updated): PDF\nPF Debate “Topic Lecture” Video (Debate Track: Right to Work): HERE\nPF Debate “Demonstration” Video (DebateUS: Right to Work): HERE\n \nDebate topic: In the United States\, right-to-work laws do more harm than good. [Research] \nDIVISIONS: Grades 6*-12th.\n*We can take mature 4th graders and older – please ask permission if you’re not yet grade 5.\nNovice = In your first year of debate (this includes all formats)\, or fewer than 3 debates the previous year.\nJV and Varsity are up to the debaters and their coach to decide! \nSCHEDULE (Eastern Time):\nRound 1: 08:00 AM\nRound 2: 09:30 AM\nRound 3: 11:00 AM\nLunch:     12:00 PM\nRound 4: 01:00 PM\nRound 5: 02:15 PM\nSemis:     03:30 PM\nAwards:  04:30 PM\nFinals:    [After Awards]\n \nPRIZES: We will have a prize (medallions) for top teams\, and top speakers. \nCOST: $5.00 per person (+Judging $50 per judge divided among each of the participants – one judge is required for every 4 debaters). \nFor more information\, please contact the tournament organizer:\nBill Eddy aka “Coach Bill” (billeddy@21stcenturydebate.org).
URL:https://21stcenturydebate.org/event/wilson-wyatt-debate-league-feb-11-2023/
LOCATION:California
ORGANIZER;CN="Bill Eddy":MAILTO:BillEddy@21stcenturydebate.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20221217T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20221217T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T132416
CREATED:20221121T062921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231027T032041Z
UID:28222-1671296400-1671307200@21stcenturydebate.org
SUMMARY:Snow Globe Debates (December 2022)
DESCRIPTION:“21st Century Skills” Online Debate Event (Grades 4-8)\n\nWe are hosting a “skills” debate event… to learn more\, please read the information provided below…\nDate: Saturday\, December 17\, 2022 (Sunday\, Dec 18th in Korea).\nTime (Eastern): Saturday\, 5pm-8pm.\nTime (Pacific): Saturday\, 2pm-5pm.\nTime (Korea/Asia): Sunday\, 7am-10am.\nLocation: Online (using Zoom) – To be announced later (same information as last time).\nResults for the “Snow Globe” Debate Event (Dec 17th): Click Here. \nBALLOTS (for Judges):\n1. Full Debate Ballot: 21st Century Debate.\n2. “Crossfire” Debate Ballot: Crossfire Only!\n \nDETAILS (PDF): This event requires no experience\, we are doing this for fun and a little bit of recognition for excellent skills. We are hoping for 3 full debates and lots of crossfires. People can participate as debaters\, judges\, and/or observers. We need judges of all experience levels\, including beginners. This event is free to everyone and should be considered a low-stress\, enjoyable way to compete and build our skills. Anyone in grades 4-8\, can compete.  Parents are welcome! Volunteerism is encouraged (letters of appreciation & service hours) are available for any volunteers. \nDebate topic: “Colonizing the Moon would be desirable“. [Research] \n“21st Century Skills” Debate: Each debater may choose their own partner\, or have a partner assigned to them on the day of the event. No prior experience in public speaking or debate is required. Each speaker from each team (two students per team) will present one argument. After three minutes of preparation time\, each speaker will refute one of the opposing team’s arguments. Finally\, a three-minute “crossfire” will end the debate. The full debate format (with judging instructions): PDF. \nDivisions: Grades 4-6th\, and 6-8th (Grade 6 students can choose the division they prefer). \nPRIZES: We will have a prize (medallions) for top teams\, top speakers\, and crossfire debating. \nFor more information\, please contact the tournament organizer: Bill Eddy aka “Coach Bill” (billeddy@21stcenturydebate.org). \nCOST: $0.00 per person (free).
URL:https://21stcenturydebate.org/event/snow-globe-debates-2022/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting\, 172 Streamwood\, Irvine\, CA\, 92620\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Bill Eddy":MAILTO:BillEddy@21stcenturydebate.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20221029T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20221029T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T132416
CREATED:20220929T110848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221030T095234Z
UID:26591-1667070000-1667077200@21stcenturydebate.org
SUMMARY:Great Pumpkin Debates (Fall 2022)
DESCRIPTION:“21st Century Skills” Online Debate Event (Grades 4-8)\nWe hosted a “skills debate” event… to learn more\, please click here for more details:\nRESULTS: HERE. or XLS (Posted: 2:48 PM PST)\nDate: Saturday\, October 29\, 2022 (Sunday\, Oct 30th in Korea).\nTime (Eastern): Saturday\, 5pm-7pm\, 7pm-9pm\, or both!\nTime (Pacific): Saturday\, 2pm-4pm\, 4pm-6pm\, or both!\nTime (Korea/Asia): Sunday\, 6am-8am*\, 8am-10am\, or both!\nDescription: PDF. Online form for judging the Skills Debate(s): SKILLS DEBATE BALLOT\nDescription: PDF. Online form for judging the Costume Contest: COSTUME CONTEST BALLOT\nOnline form for judging the “Crossfire Only!” Debate(s): CROSSFIRES ONLY BALLOT\n \nThis event requires no experience\, we are doing it for fun. We need judges of all experience levels\, including beginners. Students can attend as an observer\, a judge\, or as a debater. This event is limited to people who have joined the community. Membership is free\, the cost of the event is free\, and it should be considered a low-stress\, highly fun way to celebrate Halloween. Anyone grade 4-8\, can attend and can join the costume event. \nAt this event students will debate the following topic: “High-Speed Rail in the U.S. is desirable“. [Research] \nThis is “21st Century Skillz” Debate: Each debater may choose their own partner\, or have a partner assigned to them on the day of the event. No prior experience in public speaking or debate is required. Each speaker from each team (two students per team) will present one argument. After five minutes of preparation time\, each speaker will refute one of the opposing team’s arguments. Finally\, a three minute “crossfire” will end the debate. The full debate format (with judging instructions): PDF. \nDivisions: Grades 4-6th\, and 6-8th (Grade 6 students can choose\, which division they prefer). \nIMPORTANT: We would like to have debaters/judges wearing costumes (costumes are optional).  \nPRIZES: We will have a prize (medallions) for some of the students to enjoy. \nFor more information\, please contact the tournament organizer: Bill Eddy (billeddy@21stcenturydebate.org). \nCOST: $0.00 per person (free).
URL:https://21stcenturydebate.org/event/great-pumpkin-debates-fall-2022/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting\, 172 Streamwood\, Irvine\, CA\, 92620\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Bill Eddy":MAILTO:BillEddy@21stcenturydebate.org
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