Humanities

Speech & Debate

Elementary / Middle / High School

About the Course

Our Speech & Debate course helps homeschool students from upper elementary through high school find their voice and build real confidence in public speaking. Students learn how to organize their thoughts, write and deliver speeches, use persuasive language, and present clearly in front of others.

Throughout the course, students will practice speaking individually and in small groups while learning how to respectfully share opinions, support their ideas with reasons, and listen to different viewpoints. This course is designed to help students become more confident communicators in a fun, supportive, and structured environment.

Course Expectations

Students will participate in speeches, discussions, debate-style activities, writing assignments, group practice, and presentations designed to build confidence, improve communication, and strengthen critical thinking throughout the year.

Course at a Glance

Speech & Debate

A full look at what this course covers and what students do

What we cover: Speech writing and delivery, persuasive language, argument structure, respectful debate, and listening well.
Hands-on practice: Weekly speaking time, impromptu rounds, small-group debates, and structured peer feedback.
Skills students build: Confidence in front of an audience, organizing ideas clearly, supporting an opinion with reasons, and thinking on their feet.
How learning is measured: Prepared speeches, written assignments, participation in debate activities, and an end-of-term presentation.
Class format: Small group so every student speaks every week, in a supportive, low-pressure setting.
Best fit for: Upper elementary through high school, including students who are quiet or nervous about speaking. No experience needed.

$289

per quarter

Full-year course · Tuition billed quarterly