Archive forOctober, 2010
Oct
20
One of the Reasons we Need Strong Debate Support in KC Schools
October 20, 2010 | Leave a Comment
Today’s Kansas City Star reported that: “The students who need a good school most in the Kansas City district have the least chance of attending one, according to a study released Tuesday. And public charter schools have done little to help.” Read the Full Story. DEBATE-Kansas City’s mission is to increase academic achievement and opportunities for urban students through participation in debate. This [...]
Oct
4
Lee A Tolbert Community Academy Hosts In-House Tournament
October 4, 2010 | Leave a Comment
Lee A Tolbert Community Academy hosted an in-house debate tournament for over 40 students and just as many parents last Thursday (September 30). Head coach Bill Lindsey organized two sessions of student congress and one policy debate round. The in-house event allowed students to practice for tournament competition by matching wits against fellow teammates. The most impressive [...]
