HOLLYWOOD
Session One
June 9-12
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Session Two
June 11-14
PANAMA CITY
Session One
June 9-12
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Session Two
June 11-14
REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED
WHAT IS THE FDI SPEECH AND DEBATE LEARNING RETREAT?
An immersive experience tailored to equip teachers with the necessary skills to excel in the dynamic field of speech and debate.
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THIS TRAINING IS FREE TO SPEECH AND DEBATE EDUCATORS.
Please note: Participants are expected to be present for all hours of training.
HOLLYWOOD BEACH MARRIOTT
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
Would you like to coach speech and debate, but you're not sure where to start? Are you in your first three years of Speech & Debate education? Is this your first coach retreat? Are you able to commit to the entire session?
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Don't let this incredible chance slip by! Teachers are encouraged to register TODAY, elevating their teaching careers while enriching civics education at your school.
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No specific teaching background is required, just the desire to learn more about starting and maintaining a speech and debate team at your school. We welcome educators from every discipline.
SPRINGHILL SUITES PANAMA CITY
WHAT WILL I LEARN?
This four day retreat with fellow passionate educators will explore all of the competitive speech and debate events, how to teach and coach them and how to build and grow your program (whether you have a dedicated class or meet with your students after school) including promotion, recruiting judges and developing your own class.
THIS TRAINING IS FREE TO SPEECH AND DEBATE EDUCATORS.
Please note: Participants are expected to be present for all hours of training.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
Are you seeking to enrich civics education and be empowered to lead impactful extracurricular activities? Consider spearheading a speech & debate team at your school!
The Florida Debate Initiative offers programs approved by the Florida Department of Education that have been proven to enhance civics literacy end-of-course rates. Beyond academic outcomes, sponsoring a debate team in Florida can also provide you with a substantial supplemental income, ranging from $2k to $5k annually.
Building on this success, we proudly introduce the Florida Debate Initiative Speech & Debate Learning Retreat – a premier opportunity to cultivate exceptional debate coaches.
We are pleased to offer complimentary hotel accommodations and a travel reimbursement of up to $375 to ensure accessibility for all participants.
HOLLYWOOD
Session One | June 9-12
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Day 1, Sunday June 9th
Evening Welcome Reception
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Day 2, Monday, June 10th
Training, 9am - 4pm
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Day 3, Tuesday, June 11th
Training, 9am - 4pm
Day 4, Wednesday, June 12th
Training, 9am - 12pm
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Session Two | June 11-14
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Day 1, Tuesday, June 11th
Evening Welcome Reception
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Day 2, Wednesday, June 12th
Training, 9am - 4pm
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Day 3, Thursday, June 13th
Training, 9am - 4pm
Day 4, Friday, June 14th
Training, 9am - 12pm
PANAMA CITY
Session One | June 9-12
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Day 1, Sunday June 9th
Evening Welcome Reception
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Day 2, Monday, June 10th
Training, 9am - 4pm
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Day 3, Tuesday, June 11th
Training, 9am - 4pm
Day 4, Wednesday, June 12th
Training, 9am - 12pm
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Session Two | June 11-14
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Day 1, Tuesday, June 11th
Evening Welcome Reception
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Day 2, Wednesday, June 12th
Training, 9am - 4pm
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Day 3, Thursday, June 13th
Training, 9am - 4pm
Day 4, Friday, June 14th
Training, 9am - 12pm