Public Speaking
Get comfortable with speaking, standing out, and leading.
Speak out, speak up, and get a gift for gab! Learn how to deliver a great speech, make a persuasive argument, have your day in court, and even negotiate world peace.
Public speaking can be intimidating, but our sympathetic instructors and small classes create a supportive environment where even shy students feel comfortable coming out of their shells.
Public Speaking In-Person Courses
Rising Grades 3 to 4
Public Speaking
Write and deliver a variety of speeches on topics of your choosing to gain confidence in a group setting.
Persuasive Speaking
Create compelling and thoughtful arguments to present in front of peers while practicing public speaking skills.
Rising Grades 5 to 6
Elementary Debate
Learn the basics of debate as you go head-to-head against classmates to discuss relevant topics.
Speech
Leadership
Create a proposal to address a local or national issue, and learn how to effect change in the community.
Rising Grades 7 to 9
Middle School Debate
Conduct research, gather evidence, and write persuasive arguments as you participate in daily debates over important issues.
Model UN
Learn how the United Nations functions by acting as an ambassador and negotiating with other countries to draft resolutions and solve global problems.
Mock Trial
Take on the role of an attorney, witness, judge, or jury member as you learn about the American court system and participate in trials.