Steven Davis Invitational at Ardrey Kell

2020 — Charlotte, NC/US

Novice Public Forum Debate

Abbreviation NPF
Format Debate
Topic:
NSDA PF Nationals
In the United States, social media is beneficial for democratic values.
Entry Fee $25.00
Overall Entry Limit 36
Entry 2 competitors per entry

Event Description:

Public Forum involves opposing teams of two, debating a topic concerning a current event. Proceeding a coin toss, the winners choose which side to debate (PRO or CON) OR which speaker position they prefer (1st or 2nd), and the other team receives the remaining option. Students present cases, engage in rebuttal and refutation, and also participate in a “crossfire” (similar to a cross examination) with the opportunity to question the opposing team.

Public Forum will debate the NSDA MARCH 2020 resolution. Do NOT prepare the February resolution!

Note: The Steven Davis Invitational will utilize the NSDA Internet Pilot Rules in Public Forum Debate, as well as the new time limits regarding Summaries and prep time.

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Location
Ardrey Kell HS
Contacts
Chris Harrow
General Info
Invitation Homepage Email Archive Events & Divisions
Events
Congressional Debate
Novice Lincoln Douglas Debate Novice Public Forum Debate Varsity Lincoln Douglas Debate Varsity Public Forum Debate
Declamation Dramatic Interpretation Duo Interpretation Extemporaneous Speaking Humorous Interpretation Impromptu Speaking Informative Speaking Original Oratory Program Oral Interpretation
Circuits
NatCir – National Circuit (US HS) NC – North Carolina Past Years' Editions

Dates & Deadlines

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Tournament Dates Feb 29 to Feb 29 2020
Registration Opens Sun Dec 1 at 12:00 PM
Registration Closes Mon Feb 24 at 8:00 PM
Fees Freeze After Wed Feb 26 at 12:00 PM
Judge Information Due Wed Feb 26 at 12:00 PM
Drop online until Fri Feb 28 at 4:00 PM
Change fees apply after Fri Feb 28 at 5:00 PM

These deadlines are set in Tabroom for technical purposes. Always consult the invitation or tournament notices for official policies about deadlines and procedures.