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IBA Public Speaking & Debate Sessions at East Side Elementary School’s After-School Program
IBA Public Speaking & Debate Sessions at East Side Elementary School’s After-School Program provide an interactive learning environment that is both fun and educational.
Our goal is to introduce elementary school students to the art and science of persuasive fact based debate to foster confidence and independent thinking.
Ivy Bridge Academy works in partnership with East Side ES, who is dedicated to enriching the lives of their students to be thinkers, speakers and leaders.
Some of the benefits of IBA Public Speaking & Debate Sessions at East Side Elementary School’s After-School Program:
- Competitive Debate Experience
- Logic and Critical Thinking
- Persuasive Speaking & Oration
- Ethics and Leadership
- Interview Skills
- Reading and Writing
- Research and Information Processing
- Personal Accomplishment
- Convenient Location & Time
*NEW* PUBLIC SPEAKING ADDED TO PROGRAM!: We have added Public Speaking to our Debate Program. Public speaking helps build the foundation of logic, confidence, and self-esteem. Students will learn communication skills that persuade and inspire! By laying the foundation for public speaking early, students will overcome the fear of speaking in public that even some adults experience.
| IBA Public Speaking & Debate Sessions at East Side Elementary School’s after-school program |
| Grades: | 3rd-5th: Public Speaking & Debate Program |
| Tuition | Semester 1: $300 |
| Schedule | Wednesday 2:30-3:40pm (Subject to change based on FCS schedule changes)
SEMESTER 1: 9/13-12/6 (No Classes on School Holidays) *F2F*
COVID-19 Notice: Classes will be conducted F2F. Subject to change based on FCS Covid Guidance.
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| Location | ES Classroom/#TBA East Side Elementary (Website) |
| Instructor: | TBA |
| Contact | IBA Public Speaking & Debate Sessions Director : Christy Noll Email: ibaafterschool@gmail.com |
| TOURNAMENT |
| TBA (Check Debate Tournament Registration page for upcoming schedule.) |
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Ivy Bridge Academy Academic Camps are offered at three convenient locations in Northeast & Northwest Atlanta, Ga.
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Ivy Bridge Academy Administor: Susan Rhee, 404-519-7715
Johns Creek Campus (New Location!):
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10700 State Bridge Rd, Suite 7, Johns Creek, Georgia 30022
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5400 Laurel Springs Parkway, Suite 403, Suwanee, Georgia 30024
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1511 Johnson Ferry Rd Suite 100, Marietta, GA 30062
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Our policy allows for tuition credit towards another IvyDebate.com camp program up to 2 weeks prior to the first day of camp. Registration and handling fees are non-refundable. Due to the need for prior planning to offer the best experience for our students, no credits will be granted after that date.
All credit requests must be submitted in writing.
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If families find that they have a scheduling conflict and need to switch their class day or time or camp, please contact us o request this change. Students will not be moved from their assigned class or camps after the credit deadline. Please be aware that switching class is contingent upon space availability in the desired class.
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Are make up classes available?
We strive to keep class sizes small and maintain an ideal teacher/student ratio. For these reasons, we are unable to offer make up classes.
Absences, late arrivals, and/or withdrawals:
Families are expected to bring students to class on time. Please contact us in advance of any necessary absences or late arrivals when possible. No refunds or make up classes will be offered for absences, late arrivals, and/or withdrawals.
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