TJ Congressional Debate

11/16/2021

Hey TJ Congress!

Attached to this post is our member roster. Please fill out this form ASAP if you plan to continue with TJ Congress or compete in any future tournaments.
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Hello debaters! This form is so we can have everyones information in order to get all information about tournaments, NSDA, etc. out to you more efficiently!

12/02/2020

Manu Onteeru, the 2020 Senate Congressional Debate National Champion and the Final round presiding officer, shares his advice for succeeding in Speech and Debate.

Manu was also the Senate Final Round Leadership Bowl winner.

Manu Onteeru, the 2020 Senate Congressional Debate National Champion and the Final round presiding officer, shares his advice for succeeding in Speech and De...

07/20/2020

In light of recent events we, the captains, decided it's best if we make a statement.

Mental health is an issue we the officers of the TJ Congressional Debate team take very seriously. There are many different sources of mental distress, sometimes due to work, sometimes at home, sometimes due to matters out of our control.

We want to share a couple of things.

First and foremost, Bharath, John, and Nishad are always open if you need someone to talk to. Taking on a mental burden alone is never a good idea. Your friends will help you through any tough times, and all three of our texts are always open. It doesn't matter how well we know you, if you're on this team or not. You matter, and you will always matter, and we are happy to help you if you ask.

Second, we completely understand how stressful TJ is, so while we expect a commitment to the team we totally understand you all have other things going on in your lives. You should never prioritize this activity, or any activity, over your own mental health and sanity. If you need help, reach out.

Third, if you don't feel comfortable reaching out to us, or if it's difficult for you to communicate your stress, please reach out to the su***de prevention hotline. It's completely anonymous and the people who you talk to are trained to make sure you get the help you need, as small or as large as you need it.

National Su***de Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK or 1-800-SUICIDE

CrisisLink Regional Hotline: 703-527-4077

CrisisText: Text NEEDHELP to 85511

Mobile Crisis Unit: 1-844-627-4747

To anyone who is reading this, always make sure you are mentally healthy.

One tragedy is a tragedy too many.

Signed,

Bharath Dileep Kumar, John Lee and Nishad Manohar

07/08/2020

Congratulations to Soham Gandhi who has been awarded the NSDA Academic All American Award!

01/25/2020

Hoping everyone has seen in the group chat that Broad Run Congress has been canceled by the tournament director due to low registration. Your registration fees will be returned. Sorry all!

12/21/2019

Thank you to everyone who donated and helped with our bake sale!

Forensics & Congressional Debate prepare for our bake sale fundraiser!

12/21/2019

Thank you to everyone for the thoughtful gifts today. My family is coming into town and we will enjoy! Have a great winter break! - Mrs. Bakke

11/26/2019

11/26/2019

Thank you Maria Abramova fo taking these pictures.

Pictures from TJHSST Congressional Debate in-house tournament

10/23/2019

Hey debaters!

The signup sheet for WACFL 2 is now out!
WACFL 2 is on Saturday,November 9th at Broad Run High School and it's our second local tournament of the year! We will have many Friday 8th period meetings before then, so we WELCOME novices (everyone with no experience) to this tournament. Additionally, if you cannot make the Friday meetings, we have daily training sessions in Dr. Woodwell's room 249 every lunch (In Tesla Commons). All of the logistical information and topics can be found on the signup sheet below.

Signups are due here by October 30th:

https://forms.gle/ph2Dzn3X8Hb4vTDN7

The deadline to drop without penalty is November 1st!!

Afterwards the fee to drop will be $10

Please look at the topic analysis below for any help regarding the legislation:

https://docs.google.com/document/d/10zzweNL2_bE6fOrAcwz7gvKhjJWzKWZ74xi3zP06JPM/edit?usp=sharing

If you have never tried debate before and have no experience, we urge you to sign up! Please feel free to come to our daily lunch meetings and/or Friday A or B Blocks. Also, if you have any questions, please message any of the officers!
Be sure to check out our manuals to learn how to debate and how chambers work.

https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B9insTaW9R_rSHJNSE9pY0YzdGc

Best,
TJ Congressional debate

WACFL 2 will be held on November 9, 2019, at Broad Run High School (21670 Ashburn Rd, Ashburn, VA 20147) from approximately 8am - 4:00pm. We will have several Friday meetings before then, so we WELCOME EVERYONE, whether a novice or varsity member, to this tournament. Signups close on Wednesday, Octo...

10/21/2019

Congratulations to Manu Onteeru for placing second overall in the final round of the New York City Invitational hosted by Bronx Science, earning his 20th bid to the Tournament of Champions!

10/20/2019

Hey everyone!

Academic Boosters is a substantial supporter of the Congressional Debate Team. Their funding is important to our tournaments, both local and national. Please ask your parents to consider joining the Academic Boosters.

Check out the form below: