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2023 PUBLIC SPEAKING AND DEBATE CAMP - WAITLIST

Waitlist Available. Waitlist Policy - Full Payment Required to be on the waitlist.  If you register, you are committing to remain on the waitlist for 7 full days and the funds will not be refunded.  If we cannot remove you from the waitlist within 7 full days, we will give you the option of refunding the full payment or extending the full payment for 1 Week.  If we remove you from the waitlist within 7 full days, the full payment is nonrefundable.

Capitol Debate's Public Speaking and Debate Camps provide a transformative experience for students looking to enhance their communication and debating skills. They become more confident, self-assured, and develop critical thinking, logical reasoning, and refutation skills, allowing them to succeed in any setting. Tailored to each child's level, the camp provides a safe and challenging environment for growth, helping students find their voice and become more persuasive, empowered to make positive change.

Grades (for 2022-23 School Year): Ages 13-17.  Students must be 13 by the start of camp.

Harvard Faculty Club - The first week of our summer debate camps offers a unique experience for students as they attend classes at the prestigious Harvard Faculty Club, with opportunities to explore Harvard Yard and dine in Harvard Square


Harvard Faculty Club:  For over a decade Capitol Debate has strived to enrich the lives of students through communication programs. The program will be hosted at both the Harvard Faculty Club and Bentley University. During the first week of camp, students will have a unique opportunity to study on Harvard's campus.  Time will be put aside for students to tour campus and Cambridge.  Students will study at Bentley University for the 2nd week.  Our overnight student accommodations will be provided at Bentley University.  We gather expert staff, with a diverse group of students, and select excellent facilities and locations to create fun, safe, and supportive environments. Capitol Debate or any responsible parties is not affiliated with Harvard University, nor is Capitol Debate a Harvard University program or activity.


See for Yourself the Impact of Our Summer Camps!

Not only will Capitol Debate students learn new skills through our programs; they will feel an increase in self-worth, learn critical thinking skills and improve public speaking and communication skills with their peers. Two weeks at camp will result in lifelong friendships and memories that will resonate with our students throughout their academic, personal and professional careers. Campers return to our program year after year because of how life-changing our Summer Debate Camps prove to be. Our parents will tell you themselves that they proudly stand by their investment in Capitol Debate because of the impact it has had on their families.


 
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Expert Staff

Capitol Advantage SealWe have a group of accomplished educators who have taught and competed for years. Our instructors are on the leading edge of debating & public speaking. Click here to view our full staff listing.

Top of the Line Curriculum

Our programs draw students from around the world because we focus on our resources year round to ensure that we can bring the best information to our students. Our curriculum focuses on theory and application to provide results that you will be able to see as they become better, more confident speakers.

Convenient Locations

Capitol Debate’s academic summer camps are spread across the United States, from East to West as well as internationally. With such a large number of location available you're bound to find the perfect camp location for you.

  • Low faculty to student ratio – Capitol Debate firmly believes in individualized instruction, which can only happen with small class sizes.
  • Personalized Instruction – Capitol Debate instructors give students hands-on instruction with researching, writing, speaking and organizing. After practice debates, instructors give students lengthy feedback to help them improve their skills.
  • Senior faculty oversee all classes – Unlike other debate camps, Capitol Debate’s instructors have an average of 15 to 30 years of pedagogical experience in the classroom. Many have coached national champions!
  • Practice, Practice, Practice – We make sure students are not just sitting in lectures, but instead are getting up and speaking every day and applying the lessons learned in a small group setting.

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Leading Curriculum

At our Public Speaking and Debate Camp level, middle school and high school students will learn the fundamentals of public speaking and argumentation, enabling them to develop core presentation and debating skills that boost confidence and self-esteem. Students at the Public Speaking and Debate Camp level will work on effective public speaking and argumentation, allowing them to further advance their presentation and debate skills to prepare them for the real world. The camp offers students the chance to improve their communication skills in a safe and secure environment while having fun!

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At Capitol Debate summer camps, students will learn the art of public speaking and debate. Students will cover many topics including:

  • Structuring Arguments
  • Supporting Arguments
  • Researching Evidence
  • Writing Persuasive Cases
  • Drafting Rebuttal Briefs
  • Organizing Ideas
  • Delivering Winning Speeches
  • Standing Up Confident
  • Articulating Ideas
  • Refuting Opposition
  • Listening Carefully
  • Cross-Examining Opponents