Register for middle school debate

Calling all middle school students: It’s time for debate! The D65 Debate Program, funded by District 65 and covering lunch and transportation costs, offers a structured environment where students can engage in competitive debate, learn to construct and defend arguments and develop their reasoning abilities. Since 2022, we’ve partnered with Argument Centered Education, a renowned organization dedicated to advancing debate and critical thinking skills, ensuring that our students receive high-quality instruction and mentorship. The program allows students to debate in teams or individually against teams from across the city of Chicago and Northwest Indiana.

Intellectual property rights is the national debate topic for this school year. D65 students will be given a set of files, along with other materials, to prepare and practice for the tournaments (view 2024-2025 schedule).

Use the button below to register by September 14! If you have any questions or need assistance, please email Regina Colquitt, Director of Social Studies, at colquittr@district65.net.

Registration form