Course Descriptions
Speech and Debate / Public Speaking: Fall 2019
Registration Is Open For Fall And Winter/Spring Semesters
Tuesdays YMCA
Speech and Debate - Semester 1
6th+ Grade and 12+ years old
Tuesdays 11:15-12:45
13 Weeks: September 10, 17, 24 October 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 November 5, 12, 19 December 3, 10 (No Class November 26)
Location: Mission Viejo Family YMCA
Tuition: $325 Class concludes with Parent Presentation Day in the spring! - FULL
(TO BE PUT ON WAIT LIST PLEASE CONTACT ADRIENNE COLLINS AT INFOC3CLASSES @GMAIL.COM)
This is the first half of a year-long course where students are taught the fundamentals of effective oral communication skills. While collaborating with other students, your student can expect to gain a deeper understanding of the power and responsibility of a well trained voice, increase their confidence, and consistently use critical thinking skills. Through games and meaningful application, students learn proper speech techniques and polish delivery. Students engage in structured argumentation, learn how to research and support their developing perspectives, and apply their learning through debates. Using our unique teaching approach, we incorporate several team and partner assignments, along with key concepts from the renowned National Forensic League.
Outside Classwork: Students are expected to research topics, write speeches, and rehearse presentations outside of class.
Instructors: Adrienne Collins and Laurie Weir
6th+ Grade and 12+ years old
Tuesdays 11:15-12:45
13 Weeks: September 10, 17, 24 October 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 November 5, 12, 19 December 3, 10 (No Class November 26)
Location: Mission Viejo Family YMCA
Tuition: $325 Class concludes with Parent Presentation Day in the spring! - FULL
(TO BE PUT ON WAIT LIST PLEASE CONTACT ADRIENNE COLLINS AT INFOC3CLASSES @GMAIL.COM)
This is the first half of a year-long course where students are taught the fundamentals of effective oral communication skills. While collaborating with other students, your student can expect to gain a deeper understanding of the power and responsibility of a well trained voice, increase their confidence, and consistently use critical thinking skills. Through games and meaningful application, students learn proper speech techniques and polish delivery. Students engage in structured argumentation, learn how to research and support their developing perspectives, and apply their learning through debates. Using our unique teaching approach, we incorporate several team and partner assignments, along with key concepts from the renowned National Forensic League.
Outside Classwork: Students are expected to research topics, write speeches, and rehearse presentations outside of class.
Instructors: Adrienne Collins and Laurie Weir
Thursdays YMCA
Intro to Public Speaking
4th-8th Grade
Thursdays 11:15-12:30
8 Weeks: October 10, 17, 24 November 7, 14, 21 Dec 5, 12
(No Class October 31 and November 28)
Location: Mission Viejo Family YMCA
Tuition: $225
This course may serve either as a first introduction to the art of confident presentation or allow students to further practice their public speaking skills. Students will learn basic and advanced techniques to improve their presentations and enhance their natural abilities. Once again, having fun is a key goal as we learn through games, personalized coaching, and regular speech delivery practice!
Note: This course covers different topics than the FUNDamentals of Public Speaking course.
Outside Classwork: Students prepare and practice speeches.
Instructors: Adrienne Collins and Laurie Weir
4th-8th Grade
Thursdays 11:15-12:30
8 Weeks: October 10, 17, 24 November 7, 14, 21 Dec 5, 12
(No Class October 31 and November 28)
Location: Mission Viejo Family YMCA
Tuition: $225
This course may serve either as a first introduction to the art of confident presentation or allow students to further practice their public speaking skills. Students will learn basic and advanced techniques to improve their presentations and enhance their natural abilities. Once again, having fun is a key goal as we learn through games, personalized coaching, and regular speech delivery practice!
Note: This course covers different topics than the FUNDamentals of Public Speaking course.
Outside Classwork: Students prepare and practice speeches.
Instructors: Adrienne Collins and Laurie Weir
Course Descriptions
Speech and Debate: Winter And Spring 2020
Tuesdays YMCA
Speech and Debate - Semester 2
6th+ Grade and 12+ years old
Tuesdays 11:15-12:45
14 Weeks: January 14, 21, 28 February 4,11, 18, 25 March 3, 24, 31 April 7, 14, 21, 28
(No Class March 10 and 17)
Location: Mission Viejo Family YMCA
Tuition: $330 - FULL
(TO BE PUT ON WAIT LIST PLEASE CONTACT ADRIENNE COLLINS AT INFOC3CLASSES @GMAIL.COM)
This class is the continuation of the first semester speech and debate class; however, new students are welcome to join. Students continue to learn and practice the art of speech and debate, develop research, reasoning, organizational, and essay writing skills. Students refine leadership skills while becoming more confident speakers and debaters. Class concludes with Parent Presentation Day.
While collaborating with other students, your student can expect to gain a deeper understanding of the power and responsibility of a well trained voice, increase their confidence, and consistently use critical thinking skills. Through games and meaningful application, students learn proper speech techniques and polished delivery. Students engage in structured argumentation, learn how to research and support their developing perspectives and apply their learning through debates. Using our unique teaching approach, we incorporate several team and partner assignments, along with key concepts from the renowned National Forensic League.
Please note: If your child has taken speech and debate with us before, each year follows a new curriculum, so the class may be taken multiple times.
Outside Classwork: Students are expected to research topics, write speeches, and rehearse presentations outside of class.
Instructors: Adrienne Collins and Laurie Weir
6th+ Grade and 12+ years old
Tuesdays 11:15-12:45
14 Weeks: January 14, 21, 28 February 4,11, 18, 25 March 3, 24, 31 April 7, 14, 21, 28
(No Class March 10 and 17)
Location: Mission Viejo Family YMCA
Tuition: $330 - FULL
(TO BE PUT ON WAIT LIST PLEASE CONTACT ADRIENNE COLLINS AT INFOC3CLASSES @GMAIL.COM)
This class is the continuation of the first semester speech and debate class; however, new students are welcome to join. Students continue to learn and practice the art of speech and debate, develop research, reasoning, organizational, and essay writing skills. Students refine leadership skills while becoming more confident speakers and debaters. Class concludes with Parent Presentation Day.
While collaborating with other students, your student can expect to gain a deeper understanding of the power and responsibility of a well trained voice, increase their confidence, and consistently use critical thinking skills. Through games and meaningful application, students learn proper speech techniques and polished delivery. Students engage in structured argumentation, learn how to research and support their developing perspectives and apply their learning through debates. Using our unique teaching approach, we incorporate several team and partner assignments, along with key concepts from the renowned National Forensic League.
Please note: If your child has taken speech and debate with us before, each year follows a new curriculum, so the class may be taken multiple times.
Outside Classwork: Students are expected to research topics, write speeches, and rehearse presentations outside of class.
Instructors: Adrienne Collins and Laurie Weir