Summit Debate

“What does a student actually leave with?” Confidence matters — but it’s not the only outcome.

By the end of Summit’s week-long camp, students walk out with:
~ Completed and competition-ready speeches
~ Tools for organizing ideas clearly
~ Strategies that transfer to competition, interviews, and classrooms
~ Experience presenting to real audiences
~ Practice round experience and feedback from judges
~ Next steps tailored to their individual goals

Summit Debate prioritizes skill-building that lasts longer than the summer.

At Summit, students come to public speaking camp for different reasons — and that’s intentional.

Some students arrive ready to compete.
Some are preparing for leadership roles or interviews.
Some are looking to speak up more confidently in class
Others are exploring speech or debate for the first time.

What they have in common is a desire to communicate clearly and thoughtfully.

We build skills that support competition, classrooms, and life beyond both — helping each student reach their individual goals.

Registration is open for in person and online programs! Find out more at SummitDebate.com

We are so excited about what is launching this Fall! Two different courses! Two different sessions! Two modalities (synch and asynch)! Infinite ways to keep reaching for your Summit.

Plus, dates are out for the Boston Flagship, Des Moines, and summer Online Academy.

Whether you are kicking off the competitive season or looking to brush up on everyday communication skills, we can't wait to work with you.

Looking to register? Check out Summitdebate.com!

Whether in person or online, every Summit student goes through diagnostics at the start of camp and progress monitoring throughout camp that is designed to meet you where you are—and help you move forward with intention. You’ll leave with actionable evaluations and a clear sense of how to grow long after camp ends.

At Summit, personalization is built in. From small lab sizes and daily office hours to electives that let you explore or specialize, each student has the chance to shape their own path. Whether you're aiming to master your main event or try something new, we’ll help you set goals and work toward your personal summit.

Find out more about our options for personalization at SummitDebate.com!

Camp is almost here—and we can’t wait.

We’re officially counting down to our first day of instruction for the Summer of '25 and we’ll be sharing some of our favorite things about Summit all week long. From personalized coaching to electives and round feedback, every part of camp is built to help students grow.

Follow along for the highlights—and if you haven’t signed up yet, there’s still limited availability in our in person and online sessions!

We are truly excited to announce that Dr. Scott Voss and Tzitel Voss are joining the Summit family this summer. Both of these incredible coaches have decades of experience working with dozens of national champions and will be directing speech at all three of our online sessions.

There is still time to register for our Boston flagship, Drake Intensive, and Virtual Academy sessions. Check out SummitDebate.com for more details.

There is still time to register for one of the three incredible experiences being offered this summer. Whether you want the flexibility of online, the energy of Boston, or the rigor of our summer intensive option, Summit Debate has programming to meet your needs and help you reach your goals.

Find out more information and applications on our website: SummitDebate.com

We are excited to announce three additional opportunities to work with our award-winning staff this summer. Summit Debate Virtual Academy allows for an opportunity to hone your skills with flexible options.

Applications and more information are available on SummitDebate.com

We appreciate the advice from our incredible and talented staff. As you got into competition this weekend, ask yourself: what is your WHY?

We're saying goodbye to January and looking ahead to summer! Spots are filling up for both the Boston Flagship and Des Moines Intensive.

Interested working with an outstanding staff, making connections from across the country and getting a curriculum that is tailored to you? Apply today at SummitDebate.com

We are SOO excited for Michi to join the Summit Debate family!

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Michi Synn has been a Varsity National Circuit Public Forum debater for Canyon Crest Academy for all 4 HS years and has served as a Captain and/or Officer from her sophomore to senior years. As PF co-captain, Michi has really enjoyed designing curriculum and coaching novice HS debaters as well as MS debaters throughout the school year and in the summers. As of December, 2024, Michi has amassed 18 bids to the Tournament of Champions (TOC) as well as 15 Top Ten Speaker Awards (2 of which were at TOC!) Michi has qualified for and will have debated at TOC in all 4 years of high school. She is a very versatile debater, having been competitively successful as both a first and second speaker, and she is especially well versed in lay debate, analytical rebuttals, and organization in the summary speech. Michi is so excited to coach at NDF this summer!