The Paradigm at Dowling Catholic

2025 — West Des Moines, IA/US

Public Forum

Abbreviation PF
Format Debate
Topic:
NSDA PF Nov/Dec
Resolved: The United States federal government should require technology companies to provide lawful access to encrypted communications.
Entry Fee $50.00
Overall Entry Limit 90
Entry Limit Per School 6
Entry 2 competitors per entry

Event Description:

Public Forum Debate at the Paradigm will follow all NSDA rules, including giving three minutes of prep time to each team.

Locations
Brody Middle School Dowling - Des Moines Marriott Dowling Catholic High School Merrill Middle School Theodore Roosevelt High School
Contacts
Simon Sheaff
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Dates & Deadlines

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Tournament Dates Dec 5 to Dec 7 2025
Registration Opens Sat Sep 20 at 5:00 PM
Registration Closes Mon Dec 1 at 5:05 PM
Fees Freeze After Mon Dec 1 at 5:05 PM
Judge Information Due Mon Dec 1 at 5:05 PM
Drop online until Mon Dec 1 at 5:05 PM
Change fees apply after Mon Dec 1 at 5:05 PM

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