- Jan 1, 2020
Core Value #1
We are committed to following established process and structure. In considering this core value, we recognize process refers to a series...
- Dec 1, 2019
Evidence Rule Changes
For this month’s article, I would like to address a number of questions we have received concerning the Team Policy and Lincoln Douglas...
- Nov 1, 2019
Tournament Safety
As our Stoa tournaments begin to roll out, it is helpful to remind ourselves that keeping our students safe is everyone’s responsibility....
- Nov 1, 2019
Evidence in Parli Debate
Over the last number of years, the Debate Committee has seen a problematic trend in Parliamentary debate where cited information is...
- Oct 1, 2019
Evidence Rules
If you are participating in Team Policy or Lincoln Douglas Debate this year and you haven't read the 2019-20 rules yet, you need to put a...
- Oct 1, 2019
Community Judge Recruitment
Community Judge Recruitment is a vital part of tournament planning. Competitors need both parent and community judge feedback to grow....
- Oct 1, 2019
Keys to Successful Interps
Choose quality literature: Content is key! Classical literature is a great choice. Look for stories worth telling. Selections should be...
- Sep 1, 2019
Interps: Proof of Publication
Attention interpretive competitors! Confirm that your source meets Stoa Publication Guidelines before cutting. All interpretive sources...
- Sep 1, 2019
Debating Through Controversy
The most interesting debate topics are relevant ones. The more relevant a topic is, the more controversial it is. This creates fun,...
- Sep 1, 2019
Tournament Planning
Now's the time to plan what tournaments you want your students to attend! And, it's time to advertise your own local tournament! Our Stoa...
- Mar 1, 2019
Exchanging Evidence in Debate Rounds
Evidence is an important part of the average Team Policy and Lincoln-Douglas debate round. Evidence is presented, contested, requested,...
- Dec 1, 2018
Adjudication in a Christian League
Stoa is a Christian league. We talk about that a lot, as we should; it’s the cornerstone of how we operate. But I have heard it...