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For Fall, we’ve opened our public forum debate, world schools debate, and public speaking classes across all levels. Varsity and Varsity+ public forum debate classes begin in August (to prepare students for the tournament season) while all other levels begin in September.

Registration deadlines:

  • October registration deadline: October 7

Limited seats available — secure your spot!

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Fall 2026 | October

Dates
Start: Week of October 11th 8 weeks
End: Week of December 6th
Pricing
$590
Location
Online
Dates
Start: Week of October 11th 8 weeks
End: Week of December 6th
Pricing
$590
  • Novice Debate | Public Forum (Click to View)
    Novice Level 1
    ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (GRADES 4 – 5)

     

    Sunday 4:15 PM – 5:45 PM ET (1:15 PM – 2:45 PM PT)
    Wednesday 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM ET (2:30 PM – 4:00 PM PT)
    MIDDLE SCHOOL (GRADES 6 – 8)

     

    Sunday 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM ET (3:00 PM – 4:30 PM PT)
    Monday 7:15 PM – 8:45 PM ET (4:15 PM – 5:45 PM PT)
    Thursday 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM ET (2:30 PM – 4:00 PM PT)
    HIGH SCHOOL (GRADES 9 – 12)

     

    Sunday 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM ET (3:00 PM – 4:30 PM PT)
  • Varsity+ (Click to View)

     

    In an effort to best support our Varsity+ students, online classes will now be offered

     
    Sundays @ 6:00 PM ET (3:00 PM PT) and @ 7:45 PM ET (4:45 PM PT)
    Monday – Thursday (each day) @ 7:15 PM ET (4:15 PM PT)
     
    Students attend one class per week. You can either lock in a consistent weekly time for the semester or choose a flexible schedule where you pick your classes each month based on the topics being covered. Please take a look at our sample schedule (linked here) to get an idea of what a topic schedule might look like.
  • World Schools Debate (Click to View)

    World Schools Debate is one of the fastest-growing debate formats in the world, where students debate 3 vs. 3 on a wide range of global issues. Unlike Public Forum Debate, which places a heavier emphasis on research and writing, World Schools combines prepared and impromptu speaking, helping students develop persuasive communication, critical thinking, adaptability, and teamwork.

    WS Beginner
    HIGH SCHOOL (GRADES 9 – 12)
    Monday 9:00 PM – 10:30 PM ET (6:00 PM – 7:30 PM PT)
    WS Experienced
    HIGH SCHOOL (GRADES 9 – 12)
    Tuesday 7:15 PM – 8:45 PM ET (4:15 – 5:45 PM PT)
  • Intro to Communications
    Intro to Communications 1
    GRADES 2 – 5)
    Sunday 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM ET (11:30 AM – 1:00 PM PT)
    GRADES 6 – 12)
    Sunday 4:15 PM – 5:45 PM ET (1:15 PM – 2:45 PM PT)
    Wednesday 7:15 PM – 8:45 PM ET (4:15 PM – 5:45 PM PT)

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