"The Bitter Cup" How is it we so often stare complacently At that solemn reminder hewn from wood A beam across another in humility How...

The topic of race and gender is divisive in today’s political climate. On one hand, some claim that color doesn’t really matter – that...

"All Manner of Thing" Though Love once reared the Hell that broke Achilles’ rage and weary heart, And built the horse that breached the...

This month we feature Esther Wickham, who competed with Dikaios in San Bernardino, CA, from 2013 to 2019. Esther is currently attending...

As mentioned in the Team Policy and Lincoln Douglas Debate Rules, debaters may make use of a “wide variety of support to defend and...

Our March spotlight features Kasey Leander, who competed in NCFCA and Stoa with Resolve in Colorado from 2008 to 2012. He graduated from...

The descriptions of all Stoa interpretive events state the competitor creates an original rendition of a story. Start by cutting your...

The Training & Development Committee exists to make your job as a coach easier through sharing our combined knowledge and experience. All...

Irvine, CA Our February spotlight features Denise Sprimont, who competed with S.C.A.R.L.E.T. in Irvine, CA, from 2010-2016. She attended...

Your Venue Search Committee continually works behind the scenes to secure NITOC venues. The Committee works two years ahead to obtain...

Washington, D.C. Our first Alumni Spotlight of 2021 highlights John David Logan, who competed with Invictus Fides in Texas from...

What better way to begin your year than with a smile as you serve! Stoa’s Servant Heart Award recognizes both clubs and individuals for...

“I have been judging for years. I already know how to judge. So why should I go to Judge Orientation?” Attending a Stoa judge orientation...

Siloam Springs, AR This month’s Alumni Post features Sam Youmans from Siloam Springs, AR. Sam competed with Rising Eagles from 2014-2018...

Choose Quality Literature Content is key! Classical literature is a great choice. Look for stories worth telling. Selections should be...

Stoa has a powerful motto: “Speaking Boldly. Changing the World for Christ.” To change the world for Christ through bold speech,...

Lakewood, CO This month’s profile features Branden Yeates, from Lakewood, CO. Branden graduated high school in 2014 and currently works...

We have kicked off the Stoa 2020-2021 debate season and are glad to be back together again, virtually and in-person. As the tournament...

Fountain Springs, AZ This month’s alumni profile features Isabelle Clausen, who grew up in Fountain Hills, Arizona, and competed with...

We communicate a clear vision and mission. The central and vital elements of any organization are its vision and mission. Stoa is a...