top of page
Potomac (2).png
Send us a message to learn more!

By submitting this form, you agree to our Privacy Policy.

4.png
Public speaking & logical reasoning skills

Debate allows students the opportunity to improve on a wide variety of skills, including interpersonal communication, critical thinking, research and writing, as well as many others.

2.png
Better standardized test scores

Studies also show that students engaged in debate do better on standardized tests, such as the SAT and ACT. 

3.png
Stronger academic performance

Studies show that students who participate in debate have, on average, higher grades in school. 

1.png
Higher college admission chances

Colleges love to see debate on students' applications! Debate shows that the applicant is passionate about something outside of school, has strong public speaking skills, and is well versed in current events.

2022 Harvard H.S. Varsity Champions
2023 Tournament of Champions M.S. Finalists
2023 Harvard M.S. Champions
2023 IPPF World Champions

Since the start of the school year, we have:
Potomac (4).png
Competed in 46 debate tournaments in 20 states
Potomac (4).png
Won 294 team awards
Potomac (4).png
Won 140 individual speaker awards
Potomac-Debate-Academy-Logo---Vertical_e

Coach's Spotlight

Potomac-Debate-Academy-Logo---Vertical_e
Elisa2.png
Elisa Chen Sukhobok

Debate Coach

Noah_headshot.jpg
Noah Miller

Debate Coach

Potomac-Debate-Academy-Logo---Vertical_e

Harvard Debate Tournament, February 14th 2020

Here is a flashback of our latest tournament at Harvard University. Our kids did spectacular and had a great time! 

bottom of page