Welcome to the second century of Speech and Debate at R-MA

Founded on the principle that forensics (Speech and Debate) gives students the confidence they need in life, we are proud to continue the traditions of the oldest Speech and Debate team in the Virginia.  As the Top-Ranked Speech and Debate Team and State Champions in Virginia, we strive for excellence in all our students.

Students are encouraged to study and perfect public speaking events (Declamation, Original Oratory), limited preparation events (Impromptu, Extemporaneous), literary interpretation events (Prose, Poetry, Dramatic, Humorous, Dramatic Duo), and debate (Lincoln-Douglas, Public Forum,  Congress, and Model UN).  You can learn more about just what we offer our students by clicking on the menu to the left.

Our team travels across the country - competing at Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Vassar, Wake Forest, Columbia, and a host of other colleges - showcasing the great benefits that an R-MA education can bring.  And the result of this practice and competition schedule?  College acceptances at Vassar, Grinnell, Bryn Mawr, Boston College, Columbia, Tufts, Wake Forest, Dickinson, Smith, Mount Holyoke, Duke, William and Mary, and a host of other colleges.  More, our students have gained over seven million dollars in scholarships to such colleges.

We welcome auditions for the team.  No prior experience is necessary.  Come join R-MA Speech and Debate and take your part in continuing a tradition of excellence stretching back to 1900.

Sincerely Yours, BA Gregg, Debate Czar

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