New debaters must attend a summer debate camp to learn the basics of debate theory before club starts.

We recommend that new debaters compete in Team Policy Debate first.  This is a two person team style of debate that argues a resolution relating to a change in policy.  Please carefully consider who will partner with your student.  We have a Partner Survey form that might help with this process.  

ROC Members Only 3-Day Debate Camp
Monday through Wednesday, August 15-17
 9:00am to 5:00pm each day

Debate Preparation Homework (see Members Page Debate Lessons & Assignments)
Bring your own lunches
Students bring notebook, pens, & 8 1/2 X 14 Legal Pad
Parents are encouraged to stay and learn with their child if possible.

​Camp costs: $50 per student (covers facility & copying)
Mail check to ROC (see contact us for address)
Location: Chisholm Baptist Church 
ROC Debate Camp 2011
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"The LORD is my rock, my fortress and my deliverer; my God is my rock, in whom I take refuge" Psalm 18:2
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The 2011/2012 Debate resolutions:

Team Policy Debate: 
Resolved: The United States Federal Government should significantly reform its criminal justice system. 
  

Lincoln Douglas Values Debate
Resolved: In the pursuit of justice, due process ought to be valued above the discovery of fact.


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