Debate
Students learn argument structure, rebuttals, speaking clearly, and thinking quickly on their feet.
Argue & reasonPrograms
Each program is structured for elementary and middle school students, especially beginners who want a supportive place to start.
Students learn argument structure, rebuttals, speaking clearly, and thinking quickly on their feet.
Argue & reasonStudents learn diplomacy, research, public speaking, committee discussion, and global issue awareness.
DiplomacyStudents practice voice, posture, clarity, confidence, and presentation skills.
PresentStudents build confidence through group activities, teamwork, speaking games, and interactive practice.
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How Sessions Work
Programs are hands-on from the first minute. Students warm up with speaking games, then move into guided practice — a debate round, a mock committee, a short presentation, or a team challenge.
No prior debate, MUN, or public speaking experience is needed. Student instructors give practical, supportive feedback so every student leaves a little more confident than they arrived.
See a full camp walkthroughAcross Every Program
Whichever program a student joins, the underlying goals are the same. Skills carry from one program to the next.
Students get comfortable being heard, starting small and building up to full presentations and rounds.
Organizing ideas, speaking clearly, and using voice and posture so a message actually lands.
Group activities and committee-style practice make speaking with peers feel natural, not nerve-wracking.
Rebuttals, prompts, and speaking games train students to respond and adapt on the spot.
Our Curriculum
We publish our core curricula so families, volunteers, and new chapters can see exactly how we teach. Read them online or download to share.
Some students are ready to go further, faster. Our private sessions pair your child directly with some of the strongest young speakers in the country for focused, one-on-one coaching built entirely around their goals.
Every session is personalized — real feedback, real practice, and a plan for the next presentation, tournament, or committee. It's the fastest way to build genuine confidence, and it helps sustain the free community programs Speech Spark is built on.
Book One-on-One CoachingReady When You Are
Most programs are free unless a specific event says otherwise.