Mission
The Blind Brook Speech & Debate Team is organized for the purpose of providing opportunities for students to expand their public speaking skills, think critically, learn the basics of argumentation and debate, and allow them to see situations through different perspectives. Through regular team practices and tournament competitions, members will enhance research, writing and speaking skills necessary to excel in the classroom and beyond.
The Blind Brook Speech & Debate Team is organized for the purpose of providing opportunities for students to expand their public speaking skills, think critically, learn the basics of argumentation and debate, and allow them to see situations through different perspectives. Through regular team practices and tournament competitions, members will enhance research, writing and speaking skills necessary to excel in the classroom and beyond.
General Meetings
General meetings will be held every week during the academic calendar year after activity period. General Meetings shall provide information to Members concerning tournament information, fundraising efforts, and any other subjects pertinent to the team. Beyond basic discussion of the above, pro and con cases, collaboration and preparation of arguments will be discussed. The Co-Captains will make every attempt possible to review, critique and edit any pro and con arguments in a timely manor. The meetings will also go over the monthly resolution and a discussion of the topic will take place. General or Executive board meetings can take place at any time. All efforts will be taken to give no less than a school days notice.
General meetings will be held every week during the academic calendar year after activity period. General Meetings shall provide information to Members concerning tournament information, fundraising efforts, and any other subjects pertinent to the team. Beyond basic discussion of the above, pro and con cases, collaboration and preparation of arguments will be discussed. The Co-Captains will make every attempt possible to review, critique and edit any pro and con arguments in a timely manor. The meetings will also go over the monthly resolution and a discussion of the topic will take place. General or Executive board meetings can take place at any time. All efforts will be taken to give no less than a school days notice.