Please note: all campers should enroll in their rising grade level (grade level they will be entering in the Fall)
The Speech & Debate Summer Program is designed for students ready to sharpen their communication skills and dive deeply into the art of persuasion and public speaking. Throughout the program, participants practice research, critical thinking, and debate formats through fun and engaging activities.
Students explore structured discussions, storytelling exercises, and debate challenges that push them to support their opinions with evidence, listen actively, and build confidence in front of an audience. Each activity encourages teamwork, creativity, and respectful dialogue.
What Makes It Special:
Focused, immersive experience for middle school students
Tournament-style competition at the end of the session
Development of research and presentation skills
Critical thinking and persuasive communication practice
Confidence-building in public speaking
Registration for this schedule starts on 01/23/2026 and ends on 06/30/2026
Participants must be entering grades 6 to 8.
Please note: all campers should enroll in their rising grade level (grade level they will be entering in the Fall)
The Speech & Debate Summer Program is designed for students ready to sharpen their communication skills and dive deeply into the art of persuasion and public speaking. Throughout the program, participants practice research, critical thinking, and debate formats through fun and engaging activities.
Students explore structured discussions, storytelling exercises, and debate challenges that push them to support their opinions with evidence, listen actively, and build confidence in front of an audience. Each activity encourages teamwork, creativity, and respectful dialogue.
What Makes It Special:
Focused, immersive experience for middle school students
Tournament-style competition at the end of the session
Development of research and presentation skills
Critical thinking and persuasive communication practice
Confidence-building in public speaking
Registration for this schedule starts on 01/23/2026 and ends on 06/30/2026
Participants must be entering grades 6 to 8.
Deep Dive: Speech and Debate Grades 6-8 | $500/week | 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM | No half-day option Please note, all campers should enroll in their rising grade level (grade level they will be entering in the Fall) The Speech & Debate Summer Program is designed for students ready to sharpen their communication skills and dive deeply into the art of persuasion and public speaking. Throughout the program, participants practice research, critical thinking, and debate formats through fun and engaging activities. Students explore structured discussions, storytelling exercises, and debate challenges that push them to support their opinions with evidence, listen actively, and build confidence in front of an audience. Each activity encourages teamwork, creativity, and respectful dialogue. What Makes It Special: Focused, immersive experience for middle school students Tournament-style competition at the end of the session Development of research and presentation skills Confidence-building in public speaking Critical thinking and persuasive communication practice EXTENDED CARE (3:00 - 5:00 PM) Available for all campers grades PK-8 Our Extended Care program provides a relaxed and supervised environment for campers to unwind, play, and engage in activities after their camp day ends. It's a convenient option for families needing a later pickup. $100 per week (pre-registered) $30 per day (drop-in, pay at pickup) How It Works: Extended Care can be added during initial registration or on a drop-in basis throughout the summer. For drop-in care, please notify staff by 2:00 PM on the day care that is needed.
Please contact Westerly School if you have any questions.