Organize a dynamic speech and debate showcase where students present past speeches or debates to their peers, reflect on their performances, and gather feedback.

Facilitate a discussion to identify key influences and moments from the speech and debate season that shaped students’ growth.

Students explore essential questions regarding their growth as competitors and how team influences have impacted them.

Students reflect on their influences and moments that impacted their season, documenting their thoughts and insights.

Engage in one-on-one or group discussions to share reflections and receive peer feedback.

Introduce the four product choices for the project, including guidelines and expectations for each.

Students brainstorm ideas and choose the product they will work on, considering how it will represent their learning and growth.

Students develop a detailed plan for their chosen product, outlining steps, resources, and timeline for completion.

Begin a self-reflection journal to document thoughts, progress, and insights throughout the project.

Students analyze performance standards and criteria to understand expectations for their chosen product.

Students begin drafting their chosen product, focusing on structure and key ideas.

Students learn strategies for effective peer feedback and prepare to engage in review sessions.

Share initial drafts with peers and receive constructive feedback to refine ideas.

Students incorporate peer feedback into their drafts, focusing on clarity and coherence.

Reflect on the feedback process and document insights gained for future improvement.

Participate in a workshop to enhance presentation skills, focusing on delivery and engagement.

Continue refining drafts or video scripts based on presentation workshop insights.

Work on completing the final version of the chosen product, ensuring alignment with standards.

Reflect on personal growth and the progress made throughout the week.

Students review feedback received on their final draft and reflect on their learning experiences and growth throughout the project.

Students refine their chosen product, focusing on clarity, coherence, and alignment with project goals.

Students engage in collaborative discussions with peers to exchange feedback and insights on product development.

Document personal reflections on peer collaboration and feedback, noting areas of improvement and insights gained.

Students rehearse presentations, focusing on effective communication and delivery.

Enhance visuals and content of their product based on rehearsal insights, ensuring engagement and impact.

Conduct mock presentations in small groups to practice delivery and receive feedback from peers.

Reflect on the mock presentation experience, noting strengths and areas for improvement.

Students finalize their chosen product, ensuring all elements align with project criteria and personal growth goals.

Reflect on the week’s progress and set goals for the final week, focusing on presentation and exhibition readiness.

Conduct a full run-through of final presentations in front of small groups, focusing on timing, clarity, and engagement.

Provide and receive constructive feedback on presentations with a focus on strengths and areas for improvement.

Make necessary adjustments to presentations based on peer feedback, ensuring clarity and cohesion.

Reflect on personal growth throughout the project, documenting key insights and impactful moments.

Ensure all technical aspects and visual aids for presentations are functioning and enhance the message being conveyed.

Perform a last review and refinement of the presentation, focusing on delivery and confidence.

Deliver final presentations to the class, demonstrating effective communication and engagement.

Set up the school-wide exhibition, arranging reflective papers, videos, and any other materials for display.

Participate in the school-wide exhibition, presenting work and engaging with attendees to discuss insights and growth.