Speech & Debate 

Harker Speech & Debate Code

We strive to embody the values of our program as outlined in the following code. We:

• Seek to achieve growth instead of fixed mindsets and recognize that preparation is the main factor in achieving success and learning goals. 

• Focus on self-improvement instead of external factors, such as partners or judges. 

• Strive to be community role models, inside and outside of rounds.

• Practice inclusive leadership so that everyone feels like respected members of the team, in person and online. 

• Strive for excellence.  

• Treat team communication as academic spaces and represent ourselves, our team, and our community positively online. 

• Share all of our work with everyone on the team.

• Never seek to undermine teammates, such as using Harker's name or materials at events not authorized by Harker coaches. 

• Support our teammates when they win and when they lose. 

• We are one team, across all events.