AZ SCR1018

Designates March 3, 2017 as National Speech and Debate Education Day in Arizona.

Recognizes the National Speech and Debate Association's efforts to promote instruction in speech and debate across all grade levels.

Acknowledges that speech and debate education develops critical skills in communication, critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration through public speaking practice.

Highlights that these programs teach students to analyze complex ideas, listen with reason, and engage in respectful disagreement.

Honors educators who dedicate time to supporting students in speech and debate practices and competitions as contributors to well-rounded curriculum.