Middle school debate league gears up for its first tournament

Middle school debate le...

The organization will have its first competitive tournament in January. By Topher Sanders | Story updated at 6:42 AM on Wednesday, Dec. 30, 2009 Matthew Gilbert Middle School student Diva Sessions is learning how to develop and deliver an effective argument, but she’s...
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WJEB TV interview – Duval UDL

WJEB TV interview ̵...

Image by Blacksonville Community Network via Flickr WJEB TV interview – Duval UDL Originally uploaded by Blacksonville Community Network Jermyn Shannon El and Ribault Debate Coach Kenneth Dikas engage in a deep dialogue about education in Jacksonville’s turnaround...
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Principal Perry Testifies to the Benefits of Urban Debate

Principal Perry Testifi...

The Duval Urban Debate program is no ordinary “off-the-shelve product”. Urban debate is designed to improve academics, literacy, character and behavior. It is evidence-based, research-driven and has been shown to work with Title 1, Special Education and other academic...
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Reginald C. James, Superintendent keynote speaker at debate tourney

Reginald C. James, Supe...

The Duval Urban Debate League will host its first Invitation Urban Debate Tournament on January 23rd at Florida State College of Jacksonville (FSCJ). Activities will begin early in the morning at 9:00am with special guest speaker, Reginald James, Superintendent of Gadsden...
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New elementary debate team joins DUDL

New elementary debate t...

Image by Blacksonville Community Network via Flickr St. Claire Evans Academy Originally uploaded by Blacksonville Community Network The Duval UDL welcomes it’s newest member to the urban debate league, St. Claire Evans Academy, located on Moncrief Road in Jacksonville....
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Debate Coach, Tommie Li...

Originally excerpt of Oprah.com > Forensics is defined as competition in speech, debate and dramatic presentation, but it is really about the power of words to influence ideas, uncover higher truth, change minds, and for Tommie Lindsey’s students in room 408—change lives. A...
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Community Debate Forum & Banquet – Thursday February 25th

Community Debate Forum ...

Come out and show your support for the Duval Urban Debate League @ the Impact Center! The Annual Community Debate Forum and Banquet will consist of a town hall debate around new solutions to increase academic achievement in Duval County Public Schools between community leaders...
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