
- 3 days ago
2023-2024 Team Policy Resolution
The Team Policy resolution for 2023–2024 is Resolved: The United States Federal Government should substantially reform its energy policy....

- 3 days ago
Wildcard: IBox
This is the last year for Interp in a Box. Do not miss your chance to do an interp with props! As you prepare your speech, make sure you...

- Sep 18
Meet Our Student Prayer Leaders
Praying boldly isn’t just for adults. We think an emboldened prayer life is integral for our students as they are confronted by the...

- Aug 31
Tools & Tabulation Committee
The Tools and Tabulation Committee supports and maintains the technology required for smooth Stoa operations. Chaired by Mike Diaz, their...

- Aug 31
Objectivity and Advocacy
This resolution encourages students to explore the ethical principles that underlie media practice and our information ecosystem. At...

- Aug 31
Power of Prayer
If you have been in Stoa for any length of time, you have probably become familiar with our Vision Statement, inspiring us “to develop...

- Aug 31
Ready-Set-Speech
It is time to gear up for a new season. Here are some ideas to get you started: Pick a plot-based Interp. A plot is the story arc that...

- Jul 31
Coaching Your Student
As you prepare for the 2023-2024 Stoa competitive season, we know that it can be challenging and sometimes overwhelming. Often as parents...

- Jul 1
Stoa and Classical Conversations
We are thrilled to witness the remarkable growth of Stoa year after year. We are grateful for the valuable partnerships we have...

- Jun 1
Debate Spring Vote Results 2023
- Update From Your Spring Vote - Triple the Value Passed 2023-2024 LD Resolutions Resolution for 10/1/2023 - 1/31/2024 Resolved: A free...

- Jun 1
Summer Speech Ideas
Do speech competitors take a break over the summer? Of course not! The long hot days of summer provide a perfect opportunity for:...

- Jun 1
Stoa Academy
Looking for learning and community connection? You can find it at our long-standing tradition, Stoa Academy! NITOC 2010 saw the launch of...

- May 31
Software Update News
The Tools and Tabulation Committee is happy to announce that ForensicsTournament.net was chosen as the winning bid for our tool...

- Apr 30
Joseph Alcazar
Joseph Alcazar became “very interested in competing” after a friend invited him to a Stoa tournament. This one connection grew into...

- Apr 30
8 Tips to Maximize Your NITOC Prep
Do not adjudicate Only the most extreme issues, such as evidence fraud or manipulation, warrant adjudication. If you see a minor...

- Apr 30
Growth
Stoa is growing! Stoa is growing across the nation with each of you leading the charge to engage with your community, state, and across...

- Apr 30
NITOC Tips
You have earned your CHECK MARKS and are on your way to NITOC! Now it is time to CHECK-OFF this list of tips to ensure the best outcome...

- Apr 19
2023 NITOC Nugget, Edition 1
Check-In Don’t miss out! NITOC 2023 starts on Sunday, May 21st at 2:30 pm PDT. Parents and students can check in and dorms will be...

- Mar 31
NITOC Moves Eastward, Part 2
Many favorite Stoa innovations have been rolled out at each National Invitational Tournament of Champions. Whether it is training for our...

- Mar 31
Statement on Recording Rounds
During this competition season, there has been a surge of interest in recording rounds at local tournaments (audio, video, live-stream,...