The Falcon Fright

2023 — Caldwell, ID/US

Panel Discussion

Abbreviation PAN
Format Speech
Entry Fee $8.00
Entry 1 competitors per entry

Event Description:

Panel Discussion - 40-minute round with no time penalties

  1. Event Procedure: Panel members do not make formal speeches but remain seated and discuss the topic informally. Notes may be taken during the discussion. Emphasis is on problem solving through working towards group consensus. Panelists should be familiar with the topic and be prepared to discuss facts and opinions. Contestants may bring a pen or pencil and research limited to one page, one sided (8.5 x 11) to the round.
  2. Selection of Topics: At the state tournament, each topic will be used once. A blind draw at the beginning of the tournament will determine which topics are used for all preliminary rounds as well as the semifinal and final rounds.
  3. Time: This event has a 40-minute maximum. Time signals are provided. Students may time themselves for reference, but the judge is the official timekeeper of the round.
Locations
Vallivue High School
Contacts
Kelly Aldridge Jack McKinney
General
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Events
Novice Congressional Debate Varsity Congressional Debate
Lincoln Douglas - Nov Lincoln Douglas - Var Public Forum Debate - Nov Public Forum Debate - Var
After Dinner Comm Analysis Dramatic Interp Duo Interp Extemporaneous Humorous Interp Impromptu Informative Oratory Panel Discussion Program Oral Interp Radio Broadcast Retold Story Sales Speaking
Circuits
ID – Idaho NatCir – National Circuit (US HS)

Dates & Deadlines

 MST
Tournament Dates Oct 28 to Oct 28 2023
Registration Opens Fri Sep 1 at 12:00 PM
Registration Closes Wed Oct 25 at 5:00 PM
Fees Freeze After Wed Oct 25 at 5:00 PM
Judge Information Due Wed Oct 25 at 5:00 PM
Drop online until Wed Oct 25 at 5:00 PM
Change fees apply after Wed Oct 25 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.