Georgetown Congressional Debate Camp
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About this camp
Participate in an immersive Congressional Debate program in Washington, DC. The Georgetown Congressional Debate Camp offers overnight training focused on simulating U.S. Congress decision-making. Participants engage with current real-world issues, interact with capitol and legislative staff, and significantly improve public speaking and research skills. This academic program is designed for all experience levels, providing college prep opportunities in the nation's capital.
What kids love
- simulate U.S. Congress decision-making
- interactions with capitol and legislative staff
- improve public speaking and research skills
- appropriate for all experience levels
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Past sessions
This program simulates the decision-making process of the U.S. Congress, with topics drawn from current issues. It teaches students the skills needed to compete in Congressional Debate, including public speaking and research, with activities that may include interactions with capitol and legislative staff.
Learn more / RegisterThis two-week all-day program teaches the fundamentals of public speaking and argumentation, geared toward students new to public speaking. The first week focuses on public speaking basics with a competition, and the second week focuses on argumentation and debate with a competition.
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