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September 2024
Worth It!: Alumni Stories “Do you not know that in a race all the runners run, but only one gets the prize? Run in such a way as to get...
- Aug 21
August 2024
Letter from the Committee Listening Regardless of the season, we tend to see our busyness stay constant. Right now, many of us are...
- Aug 14
August 2024
Worth It! Our alumni reflect on the positive impact their Stoa journey has had on every aspect of their lives. They share stories of hard...
- Jul 16
Heroes of the Nation Kenya
Our first-ever international Stoa Speech and Debate tournament in Kenya, Africa was a huge success! We had thirty Kenyan competitors...
- Apr 30
NITOC Debate Tips
Nine tips to maximize your NITOC prep! Do not adjudicate - Only the most extreme issues (evidence fraud/manipulation etc.) warrant...
- Apr 30
Meet the Venue Search Committee!
The Venue Search Committee diligently works to secure ideal locations for NITOC. This task begins two years in advance aiming to finalize...
- Apr 19
2024 NITOC Reminders for Speech
NITOC is around the corner! Here are some things to remember to do before getting on the road. Script Reminders: NITOC Scripts are due by...
- Apr 1
NITOC 2024: Housing Registration
NITOC housing registration opened April 1 at 8:00 a.m. CDT. On-campus NITOC housing is open! We are working to secure discounted rates at...
- Mar 31
NITOC Script Submission
Stoa is committed to promoting integrity and recognizing competitive excellence. The Speech Committee has created standards of fairness...
- Mar 31
Spring Debate Vote!
We are so excited about the resolution options for the 2024-25 competitive season! Lincoln Douglas: Resolved: Mandatory national service...
- Mar 31
Meet the Prayer Team
Grassroots Servant Leadership: The Who, What, How of Stoa The Stoa Prayer Team, chaired by Allisha Speed, comprises four members (parents...
- Mar 28
NITOC 2024: Sports Camp Registration and Other Preparations
Preparations for NITOC 2024 are in full swing and we are looking forward to the opportunity to come together and glorify God! Stoa is...
- Mar 28
NITOC 2024: Sunday Plans
Greetings from your NITOC tournament directors! Plans are well underway, and we are anticipating a refreshing and encouraging time at the...
- Mar 1
Meet the Debate Committee!
Grassroots Servant Leadership: The Who, What, How of Stoa The Debate Committee is currently composed of 7 members from a variety of...
- Mar 1
On Resolution Two
A new resolution is now being debated. Here are some tips to make the case-writing process more effective: Analyze This resolution pits...
- Feb 18
Meet the Alumni Committee!
Grassroots Servant Leadership: The Who, What, How of Stoa Alumni Committee The Stoa Alumni Committee (chaired by Denise Sprimont-Vasquez)...
- Feb 18
Did You Know?
Recruiting and Educating Judges We have tools for recruiting and educating judges in our Stoa Resource Finder under Tournament Resources...
- Feb 18
Software Project Update
The Tools and Tabulation Committee has been working hard to bring a new tool to the Stoa community. This tool will integrate the...
- Feb 18
Check Mark Reminder
We have had a few inquiries as to how Green Check Marks are assigned. Speech events: a check mark is awarded to students who finish in...
- Feb 18
Creating a Culture of Prayer
In Stoa, we want the club experience to cultivate a community where lifelong friendships can be made as we grow and sharpen one another....