CTR Factor Debate Academy
Program Tracks

Choose the Right Path
for Your Student

Three tailored pathways. One mission: building confident communicators and critical thinkers. Compare side-by-side, then start with a free session.

Middle school student presenting to classmates
Grades 6–8

Middle School Confidence Track

Build the foundation for strong communication and respectful debate.

  • Public speaking basics
  • Argument organization
  • Confidence building
  • Respectful disagreement
For parents: Parents see breakthrough confidence students who speak up in class, lead group projects, and present without fear.
Best for Emerging Speakers
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High school student delivering a competitive speech
Grades 9–12

High School Leadership Track

Strengthen communication, leadership, and real-world persuasion skills.

  • Persuasive speaking
  • Research and rebuttals
  • Leadership development
  • Interviews and presentations
For parents: Students develop the executive presence colleges and employers look for interviews, leadership roles, and clear thinking under pressure.
Best for Growing Leaders
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Champion debaters with tournament trophies
By Readiness

Advanced Debate Track

For students ready to compete at advanced levels.

  • Case writing and analysis
  • Cross-examination
  • Tournament preparation
  • Advanced strategy
For parents: A serious competitive path with tournament prep, judge feedback, and recognition that strengthens college applications.
Best for Competitive Students
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Side-by-Side

Compare the Tracks

A quick reference for parents weighing the right fit.

FeatureMiddle SchoolHigh SchoolAdvanced
Grade Level6–89–12By Readiness
FocusConfidence + FoundationsLeadership + PersuasionCompetition + Strategy
Public Speaking
Argument Building
Leadership Workshops
Interview Prep
Case WritingIntro
Tournament TrackOptional
College / Career Workshops
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Get notified the moment enrollment opens for our academic-year and tournament programs.

Year-Long Debate Academy

Weekly coaching, practice labs, small-group mentoring, monthly intensives, optional tournament track, and college/career workshops.

Advanced Tournament Track

For competition-ready students — case writing, rebuttals, cross-examination, and tournament coaching.

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Find the path that
fits your student.

Start with a free summer session and we'll help you choose.

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