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CHRISTIAN HOMESCHOOL SPEECH AND DEBATE
MEMBER RESOURCES
Existing Users
If you already have access to Stoa Visual Library Collection, click here.
New Users
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Includes the Following
Tips for Filling Out Terrific Ballots
Judge Orientation is part of our yearly tournament protocol to refresh the ins and outs of filling out ballots. Take your judging a step further and learn “Tips for Filling Out Terrific Ballots.” This video recording features both debate and speech committee experts who discuss how to make your feedback more impactful.
Successful Ways to Incorporate Speech and Debate into Your Classical Conversations Education
By cultivating persuasive speech, we can change opinions and educate others. Through artful debate, we can defend positions and expose errors. Good practice of these essential skills prepares us to go into the world ready to give a defense for the hope that is within us and to make God known.
In this webinar Timothy Knotts, a lead curriculum developer with Classical Conversations, explores the elements of speech and debate and how Stoa and Classical Conversations fit within these pursuits.
Speeches that Soar: From Topic Selection through Script Submission!
If you are wondering how to best support your students as they begin to write new speeches, this webinar covers how to choose a terrific topic, how ballots can help students write a soaring speech, and how to navigate script submission.
Perfecting Your Platform
Boost your competitive platform speech with tips, tricks, and techniques. Use your ballot to build an engaging speech and a dynamic delivery.
The Ins and Outs of Script Submission
Confused by script submission? This webinar explains the details of script submission from submission to review.
And so much more!
Side by Side Chats and Leaders Live chat are included in the collection as well.
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What you’ll find:
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Helpful resources for coaches, parents, and students
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Slide decks, documents, and videos that can be used for training
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Documents to help you start a club, run a camp, or host a tournament
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Organized index of Club in a Box, Tournament in a Box, and Digital Pass
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Promotional materials to use for recruiting club members or tournament judges
These videos are a gift to our Stoa members for use in training and coaching. They are intended to provide a positive model for learning about the event. They are not intended to be shared with those outside of Stoa. Access will be granted to the parent email associated with your Stoa membership.
NITOC 2024
All Videos (Debate Finals coming soon!)
NITOC 2023
NITOC 2022
NITOC 2021
Speech
Debate
The tools below are for Stoa members. If you would like to become a Stoa member, please click here.
Dual Enrollment
Earning High School Credit with Speech & Debate
Parent 10-Minute Lesson – Learn more about how to modify core courses with the academic skills of speech and debate in mind or directly credit participation as an elective course.
Classic Learning Test
CLT – Learn more about how this might be the college entrance exam for your student. See their schedule here.
Financial Aid 101
Presented by Stoa Sponsor John Brown University. Learn tips on how to navigate college financial aid through our recorded webinar.
Office Depot Discount
Stoa is excited to announce an additional member benefit! We have heard your requests and are excited to offer an Office Depot discount program for Stoa members. This program features:
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Easy in-store shopping – a flat 30% discount on ALL items purchased
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Online orders can be picked up in in-store and orders over $50 have free overnight or two-day shipping. This is extended to online print orders as well.
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The Office Depot print lab will feature certain Stoa documents available for easy printing! Tournament Directors, printing ballots has never been easier!
All members with a current Staples account will automatically be enrolled for an Office Depot account; you do not need to do anything. For members interested in enrolling, contact stephanie@stoausa.org.
Staples Discount
As a member of Stoa, you have the opportunity to take advantage of Stoa’s discounted program for your supply needs. Simply register for your own free account and you will have access to thousands of products at customized pricing for Stoa. You can shop both in-store or online. A minimum order of just $30 qualifies you for free shipping.
After completing this form, you will receive an email within 3-5 business days with your login information. If you have any questions or need further information, contact: stephanie@stoausa.org.