Portland Speech and Debate Institute, Week 1 | Portland Speech and Debate Institute 07/12/2026 12:00 - 07/25/2026 15:00

About the activity:

No matter your experience level—whether you're a novice, varsity competitor, or somewhere in between—the Lewis & Clark Speech and Debate Camp is the perfect place to sharpen your skills and take your debating to the next level! Learn World Schools, Lincoln-Douglas, Parliamentary, Public Forum, or Policy debate through engaging drills, hands-on labs, and personalized coaching from expert faculty. Our curriculum is designed to help you excel at every level, from local tournaments to national circuits. But it’s not all serious debate—we mix in plenty of fun with games, picnics, movies, and other exciting activities that make learning both challenging and entertaining. Get ready for an unforgettable summer of growth, strategy, and community! Option for commuter or residential. Students who complete a precollege summer program and are later admitted to L&C will get preferential consideration for merit-based aid and are guaranteed to receive a minimum of $20,000/year in renewable scholarship funding in the form of a Sequoia or Oregon Maple scholarship.