My name is Kellie Bole and this is my first year judging debate, I am a parent judge Florida. I have a Bachelor's in Psychology and a Master's in Counselor Education. I can follow most logical conversations and conflict.

Things to consider: Gracious professionalism goes a long way. Be kind and truthful. Be clear, I do not like spreading and would appreciate a speed of 7 or lower. I am a 100% lay judge and you must be clear and articulate your arguments for me to follow the round. I am not interested in joining an email chain or receiving a speech document.

Time yourself and always be KIND!

I am a new lay judge, this is my first time.

My name is Mary Gubler and I am from Newsome High School in Lithia Florida.

I am what most debaters would call a “flay” judge. I have judged between 20-30 Public Forum Rounds in my time as a judge. I can follow your arguments and I will do my best to keep track of them on my flow. It is your responsibility as the debater to speak at a moderate and clear pace so that I can effectively get your argument down, if I don’t flow it, I won’t be evaluating it with my decision at the end of the round.

Please be civil with your opponent and clear in your speaking so that I can most effectively evaluate the round.

Thanks, and Good Luck!!

Hi all,

This is my first time judging so people call it a lay judge. Be strong in your rebuttals, use more stat & facts and not ethics & morality.

Do not make crossfires an all out screaming competition, be respectful to each other.