Douglas High School Speech & Debate

Last week, two of our qualifying Speech and Debate students represented us at the National Speech and Debate tournament in Des Moines, IA!

The experience was full of wins: one student was personally offered a full-ride scholarship from a Tennessee State University speech and debate coach, and the other left with next-level inspiration and ideas for next year’s Inform piece. As a coach, I couldn’t ask for more.

When they weren’t competing or practicing their events, we explored Des Moines and made the most out of its unique opportunities: celebrating NSDA’s 100th birthday at the zoo, connecting with Wyoming teams at Dave and Busters, catching a final round of Congressional Debate at the Capital, enjoying some local art, grabbing dinner at Zombie Burger, and even squeezing in a few rides at the amusement park.

It was a week of opportunity, growth, and some well earned fun along the way. So proud of these two and excited for what’s to come.

Stop by Safeway tomorrow to enjoy a delicious treat and support your DHS Speech and Debate team as we fundraise for nationals! We appreciate your support!

Nats 2024 was a hit, and what a way to end the season! Malachy competed in Extemp and Storytelling while Carson competed in Impromptu. I am beyond proud of both boys and the hard work they have put in throughout the years to be able to compete at the national level. Of course we mixed in some fun and ate plenty of good food. And, Becky was able to make a surprise appearance and join us! Until next time Des Moine, IA. 🌽

The Bake Sale is in full swing! Come by Safeway and get yourself a treat! We are here until 3pm.

Be sure to stop by Safeway today between 11:00am and 3:00 for some delicious treats! Speech and Debate appreciates your support as we fundraiser for nationals. 🙌

Be sure to stop by Douglas Grocery tomorrow between 3:30 and 6:30 for some delicious treats! Speech and Debate appreciates your support as we fundraiser for nationals. 🙌

Sharing for any Douglas citizens who want to help celebrate!

Impromptu for Carson and Poetry for Tai!

Congressional prelims in the books for Carson and I. So fun!!! This is my excitement level when I get to judge Congress!!! Tai is all set up for Poetry tomorrow! Boom!!

Here we are, kick off day for 2023 NSDA Nats! We had some serious fun!! We grabbed our memorabilia, did some judge training, got registration packet, etc.Then we went to the Immersive Monet. It was amazing!! Competition kicks off tomorrow