Debate Summer Camp
Sunday, July 30, 2023 6:00 PM
Saturday, August 5, 2023 10:00 AM
Hotel Jeravna - ul. "Sveti Sveti Kiril i Mdtodij" 2, 1320 Bankya (map)
The BEST Foundation is excited to offer its third annual Debate Summer Camp!
The camp will take place from the 30th of July until the 5th of August 2023 at Hotel Jeravna in Bankya. The curriculum will help students think critically about pressing issues, evaluate arguments, and construct well-thought-out messages that allow them to express topics important to them.
Incoming 9th-12th graders for the 2023-2024 school year are welcome to apply. Priority will be given to students who have competed in at least 1 BEST Tournament, but no prior experience in speech or debate is required. Students who participated last year can not apply. The deadline for applications is June 21, 2023.
After acceptance into the program, participants will be required to transfer a 45 lev nonrefundable deposit to hold their spot. Travel, room and board expenses will be included for those selected to participate.
The Camp will be organized into lectures, practice sessions, and recreational activities. The World Schools Style Debate format will be used as a practice tool with debates held at the end of every day. Lectures will be led by experienced debate coaches, university professors, and professionals in public speaking.
Here you can find the tentative schedule for each day.
The event will be held in person with predefined safety measures to ensure the participants’ safety.
30 students will be selected to participate.
Participant Application
Applicants must be in 9th to 12th grade this upcoming 2023-2024 academic year and must be able to speak and understand English at a level of B1 or higher.
In order to apply, you must…
Fill out this application form which includes a brief motivation statement about why you want to attend the summer camp and why you believe you are qualified. (Max. 500 words)
Complete Parent Consent Form.
Priority will be given to applicants who have participated in at least 1 BEST event. No experience in debate is required.
The application deadline is June 21 , 2023.