There probably is no better single skill to prepare middle school and high school students for academic success in college, as well as professional success in life, than debate. Studying debate develops and accelerates myriad skills in students, such as critical thinking, research, oral and written communication, public speaking and team work. And if done well, it also tends to develop intellectual curisosity and a love of learning in the student.
Moot Court is an outstanding NCFCA activity in which students have a wonderful opportunity to learn principles of Constitutional law by arguing both sides of a fictional but realistic moot court case in a simulated court setting. Michael Farris, one of our nation's foremost Constitutional Law experts, founded NCFCA, and Moot Court is an excellent, lasting legacy from Mr. Farris's founding.
In Lincoln Douglas Debate, individual debaters compete against each other, one-on-one, on a designated topic for the entire academic year. Lincoln Douglas Debate is significantly different from Team Policy Debate in that Lincoln Douglas is a debate about values. Whereas Team Policy Debate is about whether or not a particular policy should be implemented, eliminated or changed by the U.S. federal government, Lincoln Douglas Debate is about which value should have preeminence, when two values are in conflict, espcially in a situation imposing a moral or ethical dilemma.
Many people have a great fear of public speaking. And probably all of us - even the best and most experienced public speakers - still feel some nervousness and an adrenaline rush when we stand up to speak in front of a large crowd. But those who are able to overcome their fears and master the art of public speaking will enjoy many advantages and rewards in life.
From analysis with limited preparation to drama to memorized presentations, NCFCA's speech categories invite students to utilize their creativity and compete with excellence, while enhancing invaluable presentation and public speaking skills.
OUR PHILOSOPHY
Lux Debate Club exists for three purposes:
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First, to glorify God and enjoy his blessing;
Second, to educate and train middle school and high school Christian students in the principles and techniques of critical thinking, logical argumentation, debate, public speaking, research, and teamwork, as well as important academic topics, such as government policy and current events;
Third, to pursue and achieve excellence in performance and competition.
OUR COACHES
GLENN BALLARD
Coach
KATHERINE BALLARD
Coach
OUR EVENTS
Austin Qualifier- January 2022
Katherine Ballard and Ellie Ballard finished 5th in Team Policy Debate at the Austin Qualifier in Jan 2022., earning an invitation to the Region 12 Championship. Katherine, Ellie and Jedidiah Ballard all advanced in Apologetics, qualifying for Regionals.