With the level of integrity, intellect and character that is among the student population in each district, the NSDA is proud to announce the implementation of the NSDA District Student of the Year award.

Each coach may nominate one student who exemplifies the leadership practices and positive qualities set forth by the National Speech and Debate Association.

The award will be based on coach nominations only. Nominations should bein the form of a 500-word (or fewer) essay about the nominee and his or her service, passion and dedication to the district, the NSDA, and the activity of forensics. Nominations will be collected and reviewed by the District Chair and his or her committee. Whoever receives the strongest nominations for the award should receive the award.

The winner of the District Student of the Year award will receive a plaque from the National Speech and Debate Association during the Awards Ceremony of the District Tournament. His or her District Chair will present the award

To nominate, each nominee should reflect the following standard:

• -  A nominee must be an NSDA member in his or her senior year of high school.

• -  The nominee should uphold the NSDA Code of Honor.

• -  The nominee should demonstrate strong academic standards.

• -  The nominee should demonstrate participation in a wide array of community involvement and

  service.