With My Debate and Speech Team

EXTEMP TEAM CAPTAIN ELKINS SPEECH AND DEBATE TEAM

Provided leadership and coaching for the school’s speech & debate program by developing curriculum, mentoring national qualifiers, organizing events, and helping the team earn multiple district and national awards.

  • Led team to the School of Honor award at NSDA national tournament and six district sweepstakes awards
  • Coached the school’s first four extemporaneous national tournament qualifiers in half-decade
  • Taught extemporaneous speaking to debate class students; developed curriculum and practice drills
  • Raised $3,000 to fund team bus fees and tournament entry costs