"It is better to debate a question without settling it than to settle a question without debating it."
Joseph Joubert
PUBLIC SPEAKING
Public Forum is designed to be accessible to the average citizen, meaning that speeches are understandable to the average non-debating person. Debaters leave with honed public speaking skills applicable wherever they may go.
CURRENT EVENTS
Public Forum covers a vast expanse of interests important in the modern world. Topics are unique in ranging from current events, to domestic/foreign policy, and traditional On balance debates. Debaters learn how to grasp both sides of important topics and see both sides.
ACCLAIM
Public Forum students at TJ debate in many circuits, from VHSL to the National Catholic Forensic League and the National circuit, and demonstrate their skills at national championships. Debaters win awards in the largest high school debate format.