Home / Ivy Bridge Academy / MS After-School Public Speaking & Debate Description Program Info Schedule FAQs Description IBA After-School Public Speaking & Debate Sessions provide an interactive learning environment that is both fun and educational. Our goal is to introduce middle school students to the art and science of persuasive fact based debate to foster confidence and independent thinking. Furthermore, public speaking help 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. Ivy Bridge Academy works in partnership with many Middle School locations in the Metro Atlanta area, who are dedicated to enriching the lives of their students to be thinkers, speakers and leaders. Some of the benefits of IBA After-School Public Speaking & Debate Sessions: 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 Program Info Attendance Option Face to face Grade Level MS Location After-School Season School Year Subject Debate Schedule School Class Time Classroom Fall Semester Spring Semester Autrey Mill Middle School Tuesday 4:15-5:45pm G102, G104 9/10 – 12/3 2/4 – 5/6 Fulton Academy of Science and Technology Monday 3:45-4:45 pm 8/26 – 11/18 1/27 – 4/21 Fulton Science Academy Monday 3:20-4:35pm 143 8/26 – 12/2 2/3 – 5/5 Notre Dame Academy Tuesday 3:00-4:30pm 10/1 – 12/10 Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic School Wednesday 2:30-3:45pm 121 9/11 – 12/4 2/5 – 5/7 FAQsIvy Bridge Academy / IvyDebate.com Refund Policy For all cancellations or refunds, please contact your respective center. After-School Programs: Non-refundable after the first lesson day. Summer Camps and Holiday Camps (including Winter Break and Spring Break): Refundable only up to one month before the first day of camp. After this period, only tuition credits are offered. Year-Round Programs: Require a 24-hour advance notice for class absences to schedule a make-up class. Make-up classes must be completed within the same month and cannot be carried over to the next month. To discontinue lessons, one month’s advance notice is required. Tournaments: NO REFUNDS. Credit Requests: Must be submitted in writing. Can I switch classes/camps? If families find that they have a scheduling conflict and need to switch their class day or time or camp, please contact us or 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. Is there a chance that a class could be cancelled due to low enrollment? Ivy Bridge Academy / IvyDebate.com reserves the right to cancel classes for which enrollment does not reach the necessary level to provide the best experience for our students. In this event, we will notify the families affected by a cancelled class with a choice of either a suitable replacement class or full refunds. Are classes cancelled due to inclement weather? For the safety of our students and families, Ivy Bridge Academy / IvyDebate.com reserves the right to cancel classes due to inclement weather. Make-up days for cancelled classes may or may not be scheduled based on individual class schedules and circumstances. Are make-up classes available? For all After-School Programs, we strive to keep class sizes small and maintain an ideal teacher/student ratio. For these reasons, we are unable to offer makeup classes. For all other programs, we require a 24-hour advance notice for class absences to schedule a make-up class. Make-up classes must be completed within the same month and cannot be carried over to the next month. 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. Lost and Found: Be sure to label everything. Lost items may be claimed at the front desk. Ivy Bridge Academy / IvyDebate.com is not responsible for any lost items. View Full Terms of Use MS After-School Public Speaking & Debate$0.00 Sign up for Ivy Bridge Academy’s MS After-School Public Speaking & Debate. This program is available at select middle schools for students in grades 6th – 8th and takes place once a week. 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For IBA After-School Debate Programs, pick-up/check-out policies of the partner schools apply.Emergency Contact Name(Required) First Last Emergency Contact Phone #(Required)Authorization & ConsentPhotography(Required) I agree to the Photo Release policy.I understand that during the course of the IBA program, pictures are taken that are often used in our yearbooks, website, etc. I give my permission for my child's picture to be used by the school.Cancellation / Refund Policy(Required) I agree to the Cancellation / Refund Policy.For all cancellations or refunds, please contact your respective center. After-School Programs: Non-refundable after the first lesson day. Summer Camps and Holiday Camps (including Winter Break and Spring Break): Refundable only up to one month before the first day of camp. After this period, only tuition credits are offered. Year-Round Programs: Require a 24-hour advance notice for class absences to schedule a make-up class. Make-up classes must be completed within the same month and cannot be carried over to the next month. To discontinue lessons, one month's advance notice is required. Tournaments: NO REFUNDS. Credit Requests: Must be submitted in writing. Liability Release(Required) I agree to the Liability Release policy.I, the parent, do hereby consent to participation in the above program, including all activities involved in the program. I assume all responsibilities and risks associated with my child's participation in the Ivy Bridge Academy/IvyDebate.com program.Emergency Medical Treatment(Required) I agree to the Emergency Medical Treatment policy.I hereby authorize the bearer, who is a member of the staff of Ivy Bridge Academy / IvyDebate.com, to sign on my behalf any and all forms required in order to obtain emergency medical or hospital care for my child in the event that Ivy Bridge Academy is unable to contact me, and request that necessary emergency treatment be provided by you for my child. I realize that I am responsible for payment of such emergency care. A photocopy of this document shall have the same force and effect as the original.Terms & Conditions(Required) I have read and agree to the Terms & Conditions. Additionally, I acknowledge that I have been informed that this program is not a licensed child care facility. I also understand this program is not required to be licensed by the Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning and this program is exempt from state licensure requirements. Ages of children served 5 to 17 only, AGREE AND CONSENT.TERMS AND CONDITIONS Welcome to Ivy Bridge Academy (IBA) / IvyDebate.com. If you continue to browse and use this website you are agreeing to comply with and be bound by the following terms and conditions of use, which together with our privacy policy govern Ivy Bridge Academy’s relationship with you in relation to this website. The term Ivy Bridge Academy (IBA) or ‘us’, ‘our’, or ‘we’ refers to the owner of the website. The term ‘you’ refers to the user or viewer of our website. The use of this website is subject to the following terms of use: Can I switch classes/camps? If families find that they have a scheduling conflict and need to switch their class day or time or camp, please contact us to 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. Is there a chance that a class could be cancelled due to low enrollment? Ivy Bridge Academy / IvyDebate.com reserves the right to cancel classes for which enrollment does not reach the necessary level to provide the best experience for our students. In this event, we will notify the families affected by a cancelled class with a choice of either a suitable replacement classes or full refunds. Are classes cancelled due to inclement weather? For the safety of our students and families, Ivy Bridge Academy / IvyDebate.com reserves the right to cancel classes due to inclement weather. Make-up days for cancelled classes may or may not be scheduled based on individual class schedules and circumstances. Are make up classes available? For all After-School Programs, we strive to keep class sizes small and maintain an ideal teacher/student ratio. For these reasons, we are unable to offer makeup classes. For all other programs, we require a 24-hour advance notice for class absences to schedule a make-up class. Make-up classes must be completed within the same month and cannot be carried over to the next month. Late Pick Up Policy Each child should be picked up promptly at the appropriate time. Late pick up will result in the following charges: 1-5 minutes late: free 5-10 minutes: $10 10 minutes and more: $1 for each additional minute Please note that three late pick ups will result in the student’s revocation of the right to attend the IBA After school program. Suspension or Dismissal from After School Program Held at ES, MS, HS: The After-School Program is a privilege offered in partnership with local schools. Each child is expected to behave properly and in accordance with code of conduct established by the schools. Inappropriate behavior may result in the suspension or dismissal of your child from the program. Please note that no refunds can be given for suspension or dismissal from the program due to inappropriate behavior. 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. Lost and Found: Be sure to label everything. Lost items may be claimed at the front desk. Ivy Bridge Academy is not responsible for any lost items. In addition to our Ivy Campers Academic Excellence Camp Policies outlined above, you agree to the following general website policies: The content of the pages of this website is for your general information and use only. It is subject to change without notice. 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