Debate Camp Grades 5-10

Debate Camp
Open to students entering Grades 5–10

Debate Camp teaches and develops campers' skills in parliamentary debate. Campers work in teams of two to generate ideas in support of or in refutation of a selection of debatable topics (new each day). Public speaking skills at Debate Camp are developed in two ways: First, debating itself requires 2–3 minute speaking times for all campers, often with limited notes and inspired by the topic and/or an opponent's case. Second, we warm up all sessions with impromptu speaking games that encourage participation and help campers overcome any reluctance to speak in front of others. Model United Nations is introduced after speaking and debating skills development is underway. Campers then take on the role of select countries as they try to solve a fictional world problem.

Families must register here first to confirm your spot: https://www.debatecamp.com/chicago.