Debate Summer Camp
Sunday, August 11, 2024 6:00 PM
Saturday, August 17, 2024 10:00 AM
NULC of the Bulgarian Red Cross - Lozen - “Poluvrak” Street No 31, Lozen (map)
The BEST Foundation is excited to offer its forth annual Debate Summer Camp!
The camp will take place from the 11th August until the 17th August 2024 at the Bulgarian Red Cross Center in Lozen. 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 2024-2025 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.
After acceptance into the program, participants will be required to transfer a 55 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 last year’s 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 2024-2025 academic year and must be able to speak and understand English at a level of B1 or higher.
We are currently into the application review process and will contact our candidates soon.