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High School Junior Varsity Debate is ideal for students with some experience who are ready to take the next step in Public Forum. This class bridges foundational skills with competitive application, preparing students to enter tournaments with confidence. Lessons focus on round structure, flowing, weighing arguments, and partner collaboration. Students build research habits by learning to cut cards, organize digital files, and develop blockfiles. Through guided drills and scrimmage rounds, debaters sharpen their skills and deepen their understanding of current events, argumentation, and strategy.
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Session Season
Winter
Frequency of Session
Weekly
Skill Group
Junior Varsity
Location
Online
Total Number of Slots
10
Number of Sessions
14
30%
Increase in top tier college acceptance rates
85%
Increase in analytical skills, according to the NSDA
45%
of Harvard students competed in debate
15%
Increase in self-esteem, according to the NSDA
Kaushik Sathiyandrakumar attended Ravenwood High School, where he debated for four years on the national circuit. Across his career, Kaushik accumulated 7 bids, qualifying to the Tournament of Champions for three years. Additionally, he earned multiple top-ten speaker awards, such as 7th at the Peach State Classic, and has been consistently ranked among the top 20 internationally. As a coach, Kaushik has mentored multiple GTOC-qualed teams and specializes in high-level prep skills, judge adaptation, and round vision. Outside of competitive debate, Kaushik served as President of the International Cabinet at Outreach Debate during his senior year, where he drove domestic and international growth of the organization’s mission to promote accessibility within the Speech & Debate community. Outside of the activity, Kaushik loves to follow sports, hike with his Boy Scouts Troop, and spend time with his family. He is very excited to instruct at NDC this year!
INSTRUCTOR
ELITE INSTRUCTOR
Travel Team Coach
Meharry Medical College
7
Bids
121
Rounds
73.3
Win %
Civic Debate Academy makes high-quality debate coaching affordable for all. With flexible pricing, financial aid, and scholarships, no student is held back by cost. We're here to ensure everyone can excel in debate, without breaking the bank. If you want to join the program, cost won't be the reason you don't.
Resident
Full Tuition Amount
$
995
Non-Resident
$
Scholarship Available
- $
Early Bird Discount
- $
50
Late Registration Fees
$
0
Financial aid is awarded on a case-by-case basis. Click here to learn more about financial aid.
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Is there a makeup policy for missed classes?
CDA does not offer makeup classes, but students can easily stay on track using CDA’s custom online learning portal, which provides access to class recordings and assignments. They can also message their instructor for help offline during the week!
Are CDA classes available online or in-person?
Yes, CDA offers both online and in-person classes to provide flexibility and accessibility for all students, no matter their location. Use filters on our class search page to find the perfect class for you!
Is there homework in CDA classes?
Yes, there may be some take-home work assigned to help students reinforce the material and practice their skills outside of class sessions. This ensures a deeper understanding of the content.
What age groups are CDA classes designed for?
CDA provides programs for students from 1st through 12th grade, with specific classes tailored to each age group and skill level. Each class specifies the appropriate age range and skill level on its posting.
What types of classes does CDA offer?
CDA offers classes tailored to students of all levels, from beginners learning debate fundamentals to advanced competitors preparing for national tournaments. Not sure where to start? Schedule a free consultation!
Who teaches CDA classes?
CDA classes are led by professional educators, including experienced debate coaches and former debaters. Our instructors bring both expertise and a passion for teaching to every class, ensuring high-quality instruction tailored to student needs.
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