Sims Spooktacular NWFL Season Opener and NIETOC Bid Tournament
2026 — Pace, FL/US
Public Forum Middle
Abbreviation
PF-M
Format
Debate
Topic:
NSDA LD September/October
Resolved: Outer space colonization is a moral imperative
Entry Fee
$30.00
Entry
2 competitors per entry
Event Description:
As a team event, students who compete in Public Forum need to be able to work well with a partner. Balanced teams, both in terms of preparation before debates and contributions within a debate, helps provide a competitive advantage during tournaments. PF looks at current event topics. Students who do Public Forum must be prepared to debate in front of judges without any formal debate training. Being able to persuade a range of judges is a central component to this event. Additionally, PF is focused upon debating varying resolutions that change frequently, which exposes students to a variety of topics during a singular competitive season.