OSAA District 1 and 2
2023
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McMinnville,
OR/US
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Emmanuel Aquino
Canby High School
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Kristene Baldwin
Wilsonville High School
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Sat April 8, 2023 at 1:48 AM PDT
Hello participants. This is your time to shine!
This is my first season judging Speech and Debate.
For the past 20 years, I've taught Language Arts, English, and AP Lit/Comp and AP Lang/Comp.
Remember to speak clearly. If you are speaking too fast, I will let you know.
Avoid contradiction.
Everyone except parliamentary should have cited evidence.
I will only judge you on exactly what they say, not what I think you meant to say.
Enjoy your moment and know I honor the hard work you put into your speeches and debates.
You got this!
Dr. Baldwin
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Heather Brown
Nestucca High Speech Team
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Romy Carver
Tillamook High School
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Bryton Dorland
Tillamook High School
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Tue January 23, 2024 at 1:17 AM PDT
Be kind, civil, and professional. This is paramount. I will not tolerate a debate that devolves into rudeness, name-calling, or inappropriate behavior.
I participated in Speech and Debate in High School. However, even with this, I am still a layperson when it comes to the specifics of debate. Communication ability is the most important aspect of any debate. If you do not have the ability to speak quickly, clearly, and effectively, then you are expected to slow down your arguments. It is better to have a few solid points rather than many hastily explained points.
If you have questions or concerns feel free to contact me, at any time, at dorlandb@tillamook.k12.or.us.
Brian Druker
Catlin Gabel
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Fri April 7, 2023 at 12:31 PM PDT
Hi! I am a parent judge who is judging Speech and Debate for the first time. I do have lots of experience reviewing grants, papers, and with public speaking. I look forward to hearing your work.
Joel Ekdahl
Canby High School
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Lauren Evans
Catlin Gabel
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Bella Grimes
Neah-Kah-Nie High School
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Deborah Groff
Canby High School
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Noah Jenck
Tillamook High School
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Michael Kurle
Wilsonville High School
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Sat April 8, 2023 at 1:48 AM PDT
This is my first time Judging an event. I was a College debater and enjoy being entertained and informed in unique and creative ways.
Brian Lancaster
Tillamook High School
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Amanda Marshall
McMinnville High School
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Sat January 27, 2024 at 3:07 AM PDT
My Speech and Debate experience includes competing in Individual Events and CEDA debate as an undergraduate student at the Universiry of Oregon (1988-1992) coaching Debate at Willamette University while I was in Law School (1002-1995), and judging High School and College Speech & Debate as a parent of debaters at McMinnville High and University of Oregon.
I have been a trial lawyer for 30 years. I like clash, quality evidence from qualified sources, comparative analysis, and crystallization in last rebuttals. Don’t take anything for granted. You have to explain your arguments, why your evidence is compelling, and how the arguments weigh in the round. It’s your job to persuade me and communicate your positions in a way that is effective - that is how you will win my ballot. I don’t like whining, personal attacks, dominance, aggression, and disrespect. I do appreciate professionalism, kindness, and integrity.
Be smart and speak well.
Melanie Merryman
Nestucca High Speech Team
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Jim Mick
Nestucca High Speech Team
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Katy Morris
McMinnville High School
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Shawndra Roberts
Wilsonville High School
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Tue January 2, 2024 at 11:38 PM PDT
I am a tenth year English and theatre teacher. I was a journalist for two years before that. I did speech (DI, DUO, OO, PR) and mock trial for four years in high school.
I've coached speech in Oklahoma before moving to Oregon in 2019. This is my 5th year coaching speech and debate in Oregon.
I prefer speaking clearly at a good pace, but not overly fast so that I can understand what you are saying.
What I am looking for:
1. Well-Structured Argument/Speech: how your case is “built”. This includes contentions, definitions, etc, but also your logic and how you tie it all together. This also includes that ability to clearly refute the other side's arguments. CITED EVIDENCE is always a plus when applicable. I understand this doesn't apply in Parliamentary or Impromptu.
2. Introduction/Set Up: the start of your case that clearly states the resolution and structure of your case
3. Flow/Pacing: how your case fits and flows together
4. Composure and delivery: respect and decorum toward your opponent. Ability to respond well to questions and refutations.
Most of all HAVE FUN! :)
Kathleen Serven
Nestucca High Speech Team
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Nicole Tilton
Nestucca High Speech Team
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Delores Towery
McMinnville High School
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Chris Walling
Tillamook High School
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Courtney Walsh
McMinnville High School
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