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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. 

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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.

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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

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