Monthly Archives: April 2011

Announcing CPS/Summer Quest University Institute Scholarships

Posted on April 30, 2011 by Chicago Debate League

Chicago Public Schools and its Summer Quest office are offering two scholarships to summer university institutes this summer. Two scholarship recipients will receive $1,500 apiece plus airfare toward their summer university debate institute costs. Only Title I students are eligible … Continue reading →

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Announcing the 2011 Allstate “Expanding Opportunities” Invitational

Posted on April 29, 2011 by Chicago Debate League

We are pleased to announce the final academic debate competition of the 2010/11 school year: the first-ever Allstate “Expanding Opportunities” Invitational. The event will take place on May 21st at Marine Math and Science Academy, 145 S. Campbell, and will … Continue reading →

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Reminder: CDSI Registrations Due May 16th

Posted on April 28, 2011 by Chicago Debate League

Coaches, A reminder on the CDSI – the registration deadline of May 16th is coming up in a couple of weeks. All high schools and middle schools with graduating 8th graders have received flyers and registration forms in the mail … Continue reading →

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Classroom Project to Teach History of Space Exploration

Posted on April 25, 2011 by Chicago Debate League

National Debate Coaches Association Board Chair and Glenbrook South H.S. Debate Director Tara Tate is passing along this idea for a classroom introduction to your students/debaters of the history of space exploration (next year’s debate topic is U.S. space policy): … Continue reading →

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Total Budget Allocations and Incentives

Posted on April 22, 2011 by Chicago Debate League

As we have announced, the third and final coach stipend allocation for district schools is in process. We’ll keep you updated on when you’ll see it appear in your school’s account. You should review the aggregated CPS CDL budget allocation … Continue reading →

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Final Coach Stipend Allocations

Posted on April 20, 2011 by Chicago Debate League

For district schools, the third and final coach stipend allocations are currently being processed. We’ll soon update you on when they will be accessible to you. You can check the CPS CDL Budget Loading document to see what your school … Continue reading →

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Help Wanted: Chicago Middle School Debate League Core Files Editor

Posted on April 20, 2011 by Chicago Debate League

Compensation is $1500. Please peruse the job description and contact David with any questions or to apply – applications should be received by the evening of Thursday, April 28th for full consideration. High school teachers and external coaches are encouraged … Continue reading →

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2011 NAUDL Nationals Results

Posted on April 18, 2011 by Chicago Debate League

The two Chicago teams had a great showing at the 2011 NAUDL Urban Debate National Championship in NYC this past weekend. Though Chicago did not win its 7th straight national title, both teams advanced to the semi-final round. Whitney Young … Continue reading →

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CDSI Teacher Positions – 7 Openings Available (Must be Available 7/18 – 8/12)

Posted on April 8, 2011 by Chicago Debate League

In planning for the 2011 CDSI, we have the opportunity for seven certified CPS teachers to be hired among our staff this summer. The commitment is for four weeks, Monday – Friday from 8:15 am – 4 pm. This requires … Continue reading →

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Congratulations to our Samford Debate Institute Scholarship Recipients

Posted on April 6, 2011 by Chicago Debate League

The following students will be attending the Samford Debate Institute in Birmingham, Alabama for free between June 26th and July 9th as our three CDL scholarship recipients: Erin Carley, Hyde Park Academy Hakeem Muhammad, King College Prep Enkhjin Tumenjargal, Lane … Continue reading →

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