Intermediate Congress/Extemp

This class will extend what students have learned in the Congress/Extemp class. In congress, students simulate being senators and will advocate for and against bills. They will learn about working together with others, analyze real public policy, researching, speaking, and professionalism. In extemporaneous speaking, students will have a limited amount of time to prepare a speech answering a question about national or international current events, politics, or relations. This helps students to learn critical thinking, quick research, and how to answer questions using evidence and logic.

When taking this class, students will get the opportunity to participate in in-class and external competitions. This level strongly encourages public performance and competition.