Fall State
What: Fall State
Where: Renaissance Woodbridge Hotel, Iselin, NJ Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/events/315739561946905/?source=1 Price: $130 Forms: http://sbhsjsa.weebly.com/fall-state-forms.html |
If you did not get a primary speaking or mod positions for Fall State, or would like additional opportunities, there are still open spots! Please see the list below, and email Anne Li at [email protected] with your name, chapter, and the position you are interested in. Requests must be submitted by midnight Thursday to be considered. If you have questions let an officer know ASAP.
Some things to keep in mind:
If you are new to moderating an debating, don't worry we can help you! If you are new to debating, I suggest signing up for a Novice Debate. If you are new to moderating, sign up for anything BUT Novice Debates, and we can talk about how to best teach you procedure. Moderating is very easy and one of the best ways to get involved!
The following spots are reserved for South Brunswick and will be given first come first serve to anyone who contacts me:
Block 3 MOD: Resolved, that there is no such thing as a just war.
Block 7 MOD: Resolved, that the prevalence of technology is making youth apathetic.
In addition, if you are interested in being a Convention Aide (this means missing a debate block and helping run the event, this is a great leadership position to get more involved especially for those who enjoy event planning) please let me know! We have spots available for counting ballots! Contact me if you're interested and I can get you more details!
These spots are not guaranteed, but you can try to get them by emailing Anne:
Block One:
PRO: Resolved, that the U.S. pay ransom to terrorist groups for U.S. hostages.
MOD: Resolved, that extending maternity leave hurts women.
MOD: Resolved, that the U.S. pay ransom to terrorist groups for U.S. hostages.
Block Two:
CON: Resolved, that the federal government discontinue supplying local law enforcement agencies with surplus military equipment.
MOD: Resolved, that the preservation of individuals’ rights is more important than the well-being of the society in which they live in.
PRO: Resolved, that Congress adopt a policy of amnesty for all illegal immigrants.
Block Three:
PRO: Resolved, that the benefits of human experimentation for science outweigh the ethical concerns.
CON: Resolved, that the benefits of human experimentation for science outweigh the ethical concerns.
Block Four:
MOD: Resolved, that currently a country’s influence is determined by its technological capabilities.
CON: Resolved, that the United States normalize relations with Cuba.
Block Five:
MOD: Cross Examination: Resolved, that Social Security be privatized.
MOD: Resolved, that drone strikes on American citizens who join terrorist organizations are unethical.
Block Six:
PRO: Resolved, that transgender students be allowed to choose which sports team they play on.
CON: Resolved, that transgender students be allowed to choose which sports team they play on.
MOD: Resolved, that the equivalent of a graduate degree is necessary to be competitive in the job market.
MOD: Resolved, that the media has a significant influence on Israeli-Palestinian affairs
MOD: Crossfire: Resolved, that higher taxes on the rich is the most effective way to combat income inequality.
MOD: Thought Talk: What is the most effective form of citizen activism?
Block Seven:
CON: Resolved, that any person enrolled in the Welfare/EBT program submit to monthly drug tests.
MOD: Resolved, that any person enrolled in the Welfare/EBT program submit to monthly drug tests.
PRO: Novice Debate: Resolved, that the prevalence of technology is making youth apathetic.
Some things to keep in mind:
If you are new to moderating an debating, don't worry we can help you! If you are new to debating, I suggest signing up for a Novice Debate. If you are new to moderating, sign up for anything BUT Novice Debates, and we can talk about how to best teach you procedure. Moderating is very easy and one of the best ways to get involved!
The following spots are reserved for South Brunswick and will be given first come first serve to anyone who contacts me:
Block 3 MOD: Resolved, that there is no such thing as a just war.
Block 7 MOD: Resolved, that the prevalence of technology is making youth apathetic.
In addition, if you are interested in being a Convention Aide (this means missing a debate block and helping run the event, this is a great leadership position to get more involved especially for those who enjoy event planning) please let me know! We have spots available for counting ballots! Contact me if you're interested and I can get you more details!
These spots are not guaranteed, but you can try to get them by emailing Anne:
Block One:
PRO: Resolved, that the U.S. pay ransom to terrorist groups for U.S. hostages.
MOD: Resolved, that extending maternity leave hurts women.
MOD: Resolved, that the U.S. pay ransom to terrorist groups for U.S. hostages.
Block Two:
CON: Resolved, that the federal government discontinue supplying local law enforcement agencies with surplus military equipment.
MOD: Resolved, that the preservation of individuals’ rights is more important than the well-being of the society in which they live in.
PRO: Resolved, that Congress adopt a policy of amnesty for all illegal immigrants.
Block Three:
PRO: Resolved, that the benefits of human experimentation for science outweigh the ethical concerns.
CON: Resolved, that the benefits of human experimentation for science outweigh the ethical concerns.
Block Four:
MOD: Resolved, that currently a country’s influence is determined by its technological capabilities.
CON: Resolved, that the United States normalize relations with Cuba.
Block Five:
MOD: Cross Examination: Resolved, that Social Security be privatized.
MOD: Resolved, that drone strikes on American citizens who join terrorist organizations are unethical.
Block Six:
PRO: Resolved, that transgender students be allowed to choose which sports team they play on.
CON: Resolved, that transgender students be allowed to choose which sports team they play on.
MOD: Resolved, that the equivalent of a graduate degree is necessary to be competitive in the job market.
MOD: Resolved, that the media has a significant influence on Israeli-Palestinian affairs
MOD: Crossfire: Resolved, that higher taxes on the rich is the most effective way to combat income inequality.
MOD: Thought Talk: What is the most effective form of citizen activism?
Block Seven:
CON: Resolved, that any person enrolled in the Welfare/EBT program submit to monthly drug tests.
MOD: Resolved, that any person enrolled in the Welfare/EBT program submit to monthly drug tests.
PRO: Novice Debate: Resolved, that the prevalence of technology is making youth apathetic.
You are formally invited!
Applying for Financial Aid
Financial Aid is available to all JSA members through the Scholarship Fund. If you are in need of financial aid, please fill out this form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1rO9QFQsT16tWNZ_7xLktnpd31CVsIsxBXD9VRbbnwvk/viewform?edit_requested=true by October 12th and you will most likely receive financial aid for the convention.
Logistics
Fill out this for SB Carpooling:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1EpsvwjpceSuwHxb_LWHJqFRd6-rV5kvq0asrFwi0R7Q/viewform
The State Logistics Packet:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B3iiWrvdecC9MTBCaEFUWnM0QUF5SWI5OUtEWDR5QnF5eHBz/edit?usp=sharing
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1EpsvwjpceSuwHxb_LWHJqFRd6-rV5kvq0asrFwi0R7Q/viewform
The State Logistics Packet:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B3iiWrvdecC9MTBCaEFUWnM0QUF5SWI5OUtEWDR5QnF5eHBz/edit?usp=sharing
Debate
Debateware Debate Sign-ups (due October 26th): http://jsa.debateware.com/event/59 (to see the event, you must log into debateware first)
If you need help with debateware check this out: https://docs.google.com/…/d/0B9BCQ2U5at1VUW01azNILWxBc…/edit
Convention Debate Roles include:
If you need help with debateware check this out: https://docs.google.com/…/d/0B9BCQ2U5at1VUW01azNILWxBc…/edit
Convention Debate Roles include:
- Moderator: controls the debate and the entire room; knows all aspects of debate procedure so it usually is an experienced JSAer
- Pro Speaker: must sign up for this ahead of time; AGREES with the resolution; speaks for 6 minutes
- Con Speaker must sign up for this ahead of time; DISAGREES with the resolution; speaks for 6 minutes
- Subsequent Speaker: do NOT need to sign up for this ahead of time; raise your hand when the moderator calls for subsequent speakers; only speak for 3 minutes
Other Convention Roles
This year there are many ways you can take on a position of leadership in the conference. Click the forms for descriptions on each role.
Social Media Staffer: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/viewform?fromEmail=true&formkey=dDFMTkNhUWVlY2lOUHhLZUlpSDBVZUE6MA
Convention Aide: https://docs.google.com/a/midatlantic.jsa.org/forms/d/1SJUJ4HomVNoHE0drcT8YogqhlsCC0S4bJmoFOZi5AOI/viewform?c=0&w=1
MAS Tide Staff Writer: Due October 26
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/14VBhvm_IP3ZkMKv5-OGWy2Xya02oYOYFynj4MFEsuRc/viewform
Convention Social Media Staffer: Due Oct. 26
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/viewform?fromEmail=true&formkey=dDFMTkNhUWVlY2lOUHhLZUlpSDBVZUE6MA
Convention Aide Application: Due Oct. 26
https://docs.google.com/a/midatlantic.jsa.org/forms/d/1SJUJ4HomVNoHE0drcT8YogqhlsCC0S4bJmoFOZi5AOI/viewform?c=0&w=1
Supreme Court Mock Trial-Elonis v. United States: Due October 4 (12 noon)
Sign up: http://bit.ly/1fsFp1r
Position descriptions: http://bit.ly/1rfhua2
About the case: http://www.scotusblog.com/case-files/cases/elonis-v-united-states/
Convention Aide: https://docs.google.com/a/midatlantic.jsa.org/forms/d/1SJUJ4HomVNoHE0drcT8YogqhlsCC0S4bJmoFOZi5AOI/viewform?c=0&w=1
MAS Tide Staff Writer: Due October 26
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/14VBhvm_IP3ZkMKv5-OGWy2Xya02oYOYFynj4MFEsuRc/viewform
Convention Social Media Staffer: Due Oct. 26
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/viewform?fromEmail=true&formkey=dDFMTkNhUWVlY2lOUHhLZUlpSDBVZUE6MA
Convention Aide Application: Due Oct. 26
https://docs.google.com/a/midatlantic.jsa.org/forms/d/1SJUJ4HomVNoHE0drcT8YogqhlsCC0S4bJmoFOZi5AOI/viewform?c=0&w=1
Supreme Court Mock Trial-Elonis v. United States: Due October 4 (12 noon)
Sign up: http://bit.ly/1fsFp1r
Position descriptions: http://bit.ly/1rfhua2
About the case: http://www.scotusblog.com/case-files/cases/elonis-v-united-states/