Hi everyone! All Round 2 debates will be held as originally scheduled. As of now, there are no re-schedules due to the snow. It’s crunch time, debaters- let’s go!
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The Flo at 368K
Ms. Debra Newman, the coach of the P368K Star Academy Debate Team, was interviewed by Flocabulary after her team won the “Week in Rap Shout-Out Contest”. Brooklyn’s Finest Debate team is in the news again!
Round 2 Topic Announced
The new topic was announced on Friday. It is: College athletes should be paid.
Round Two begins on Jan 27. Check the schedule tab in the next few days for match-ups.
Ready…. Set… Debate!
Winners!
Congratulations to Brooklyn’s Finest Debate Team from 368K for winning this week’s Flocabulary shout-out contest! Their shout-out can be heard on Friday’s edition of the Week in Rap. They won the “Best Expression Through Art” contest for creating two rap-poems about the current terrorist events in Paris and around the world. Congratulations, Brooklyn’s Finest!
And we’re off!
The first debate was this morning and what a lively affair indeed! The arguments were thought-out, the students were engaged, and spirits were high.
If you missed observing the debate, recordings will be posted to the website after the current round is complete.
Getting Ready to Debate
The first debate of the year is less than a month away…. What is your team doing to prepare?
Ready… Set…
Debate! The Round One calendar and topic are now posted in the Schedule tab above. Remember to confirm your debate and let us know your team name. The t-shirt order for the PRO/ CON uniforms is going in today so make sure that your teacher has sent in your order info.
In the meantime… 13 countries have mandatory voting laws. Could it work for us? Tune in to see what the teams have to say!
Almost Ready for Round One
The new teams are taking shape and are almost ready to jump into debate season. If your team has already chosen a name, tell us what it is in the comments area below.
In other news, who watched the Democratic debates last week? What did you think?
The topic and calendar for the first round will be announced soon, so check back for details…
Welcome Back!
Welcome Back, Debaters! We are almost ready to begin our new year of debate. Please remind your teachers to register for the Debate Workshop on October 9, and send in your ideas for new topics to Cara or Charles. We can’t wait for the new season to take off!
Live Streaming
For a change of pace, today’s middle school championship debate was broadcast using a special “live streaming” software program. The result was high-quality streaming video.
Stay tuned for tomorrow’s live-streaming of the high school championship.
Flipped 3
The “Flipped 3” Round begins next Tuesday, and we are still debating the pros and cons of drones- not only for military, but for recreational and commercial uses too. There are still many arguments to consider, but even as the teams are debating this issue, preparations are in motion for the post-season topic, which was announced yesterday.
Round 3
Are you ready?? Round 3 begins next week. We hope you will tune in to learn about the pros and cons of drones and see which teams will be advancing into the final four and beyond this spring. Which teams will represent in the Chamionships this year? There’s only one way to find out…
And the Award for Most Fans Goes to…
Many teachers, administrators, and friends like to log into the debate room to support their team, but nothing comes close to 177Q. During the February 6, 2015 debate with 176X, no fewer than 12 visitors logged-in to view the debate.
Debate Goes Mobile
Did you know that D 75 Debates are now available on mobile devices? That’s right, you can now watch your team from the comfort of your very own smartphone or tablet. Just download the Adobe Connect Mobile App and we will get you set up from there!
New Topic and Schedule for Round 2
is posted! Check the Schedule tab above for all the info you need. Good luck to the teams!
Round One Wrap-up
Thank you to all of the teams for a strong finish to Round One! The Round Two topic and calendar will be out shortly, so please submit any suggestions for debate topics to Cara by Monday. All teams debate in Round Two, but it takes at least one win to make it to Round Three, when the eliminations begin.
We hope that everyone has a restful vacation and comes back refreshed and ready to debate again. Happy Holidays to all!
New Year, New Headings
After many years, we decided to update the headings on the website. Each page showcases a debate team in either full swing during a debate, or proudly showing off their year-end awards at the live finals in June. Perhaps you recognize some students from years’ back?
Round One is Underway!
Thank you to the 36K Debaters of the Future and the 224 Q Shurgan Knights (named after their former Debate Coach!) for kicking off the 2014-2015 Debate season and inaugurating our brand new online debate room. It is good to be back!
There are debates EVERY DAY next week, so tune in and see what the fuss is all about.
Are You Ready?
Round One officially begins tomorrow! Are you ready to debate??
Schedule is Up
The Round One debate schedule has been posted. Please confirm your debate day with Cara.
Ready… Set… Debate!