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Our Partners

director — Thu, 28 Oct 2010 23:15:33 +0000

WE WANT TO THANK OUR PARTNERS FOR YOUR TREMENDOUS SUPPORT AND CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE DUVAL URBAN DEBATE LEAGUE!

Click here to preview some of our Endorsements!

Online K-12 virtual debate learning solution

VOICETHREAD: THINK. READ. BUILD

They can create their own Voicethreads, maintain their own portfolio of content, create their own identities, build their own contact list of fellow students and send out safe invitations to engage comments. view website >

DEBATEHALL.COM
Founded in 1970, NABSE is dedicated to improving both the educational experiences and accomplishments of African American youth through the development and use of instructional and motivational methods that increase levels of inspiration, attendance and overall achievement. - view website >

BLACKSONVILLE COMMUNITY NETWORK (BCN)
Founded in 2000, Blacksonville, LLC is dedicated to improving both the educational experiences and accomplishments of African American youth through the development and use of instructional and motivational methods that increase levels of inspiration, attendance and overall achievement. - view website >

NATIONAL ALLIANCE OF BLACK SCHOOL EDUCATORS (NABSE)
Founded in 1970, NABSE is dedicated to improving both the educational experiences and accomplishments of African American youth through the development and use of instructional and motivational methods that increase levels of inspiration, attendance and overall achievement. - view website >

REAL SCHOOL
A monthly news magazine TV show featuring profiles of teachers, students and programs that exemplify excellence throughout Duval County Public Schools in Jacksonville, FL.

REAL School airs the first Sunday of every month at 10 a.m. on WJCT. It also re-airs on Comcast Cable channel 29 every Monday at 9:00 p.m.

DUVAL COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
The Duval County Public School System is committed to providing high quality educational opportunities that will inspire all students to acquire and use the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in a global economy and culturally diverse world. - View site >

P.A.C.E. LIFE MANAGEMENT PLAN
The mission of Gemini E.M.I., Inc. is to empower everyone with the skills and confidence to simply “Make It In Life”, without falling victim to society’s declining social conditions, by getting back to basic fundamental teachings and principles. To provide all people, regardless of their age, race, social status, education or religious beliefs a Structured life plan which educates and assist everyone in making better life choices. – View site >

EDUCATION STAR CORPORATION, INC.
The purpose of Eudcation Star Corp is to empowers youth with knowledge and resources that enable them to transcend barriers to success and unleash their inner greatness. Through “I’m A Star” conferences and events, we bring speakers, motivators, trainers and difference makers together with one focus:

“To Make Every Child’s Star Shine Brighter.” View site >

100 BLACK MEN OF JACKSONVILLE
Is a group of Black men who volunteer their time and talents to provide training and mentorship programs for the youth. The chapter seeks, provides and acts to facilitate the process of educational, economic and social mobility to improve the quality of life for African American males as they transition from boyhood to manhood. - view website >

NEW TOWN SUCCESS ZONE
The New Town Success Zone is a community collaboration with the Jacksonville Children’s Commission providing intensive resources to families living within the New Town area – supporting children from cradle to college and beyond.

The collaborative, under the leadership of Program Director, Irvin Pedro Cohen, recently sponsored professional development training and technology courses for students at Butler Middle School which is located within the Zone.

A very special thank you to the following individual donors and supporters.

Lawrence Dennis
Dr. Royce McGowan
Gilbert Alumni Foundation
Julie Currington
Darrell Perry
Betty S. Burney
Emanuel Washington
Christian Reis
Joy Burgess
Sam K. Jackson
Carolyn Rentrope
Dr. Deborah Lynn Owen
Kenneth Dikas
Charles Lyles
Sylvia Johnson
Brenda Priestly-Jackson
Chris Okamota
Beryl White-Bing
Jennifer Graverholt
Shane Schumerth
Eddie Staton
Rosalyn Mixon-Philips
Dr. Stewart Washington
Councilwoman Glorious Johnson
Congresswoman Corrine Brown
Professor Linda Martin
Chris Randall
Jendayi Robinson
Quiana Scott
Kharis Quaintance
Kevin Cotton
Xavier Saunders
Yvette Kibwika
Nadine Robertson
Jerrell Baker
Mr. and Mrs. Maxey
Joe Mathis
Grace Carter
Brennan Robeson
German Vivas
Ms. Ambrister
and so many, many more!

Urban Debate an Attraction for Small Business

director — Fri, 18 Jun 2010 00:33:00 +0000

Duval UDL Middle School Debaters

Originally uploaded by Blacksonville Community Network

Everyday is a momentum builder for the Duval UDL. Today, I had the pleasure of speaking with Mr. Darrin Thomas, of Thomas Media, parent company of the Black Pages USA SOUTH. The CEO of several publications, mega conferences was extremely impressed with the Duval Urban Debate League. So much so that he is interested in hosting a public debate forum at the next Black Expo Florida affair October 9th in Jacksonville, Florida.

Imagine that. A life telecast of our great debaters addressing topics on economics, business, and entrepreneurship. I’m sure this is going to be very interesting.

We will be sure to report updates on future developments of the Duval Urban Debate League.

Read more on the Duval UDL at the Kuumba Festival of Florida in August, www.kuumbafestivalfl.org.

Learn more about the Black Pages USA SOUTH here >
www.blackpagesusaonline.com

U.S. drop out rate is a national crisis

admin — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 14:44:00 +0000

“If the 6.2 million dropouts were all educated and gainfully employed, the economic attraction of the United States to would-be undocumented aliens would plunge. As it is, 69 percent of black dropouts are unemployed; and, the corresponding percentages for whites and Hispanics is 54 and 47, respectfully. The report attributed the oddity of the lowest rate for Hispanics to the fact that many illegal immigrants included in that category compete successfully for jobs with native-born youths.

There is no better investment in the United States at present than high schools targeting high school dropouts for enrollment and graduation.

Click here for the full article >

Poverty is Still a Dirty Word in America (dudl.org)

Duval UDL Mock Tournament

admin — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 17:48:12 +0000

Volunteers and judges welcome! Join local educators and community leaders in a powerful debate

Duval UDL students tune into intense debate instruction

demonstration at Paxon Middle School from 10am-3pm on Saturday, November 14th. Local debaters will convene to debate this year’s national topic and present a plan for the following case, “The United States Federal Government should substantially increase benefits for the Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program.”

Debate Tournament – Novice Rules (dudl.org)

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admin — Sun, 07 Jun 2009 21:17:38 +0000

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Become a Volunteer

admin — Thu, 28 May 2009 13:02:20 +0000

DUDL relies heavily on volunteers to assist with coaching, judging, and League operations. There are also open positions on our Board of Directors. No prior debate experience or training is required, and virtually any level of commitment can be accommodated. Please complete the form below or e-mail us at info[at]dudl.org for more information about volunteer opportunities.

** Note: You are also required to complete a brief volunteer survey from Duval County Public Schools’ System on-line via this D.C.P.S. link https://dcps.infomart-usa.net/app/index.php?aid=28 for final approval. Please note that the information you may provide will be carefully handled and available to school administrator(s) only.