Introduction :

Debate has been one of the most transformative spaces in my life, and I hope to create that same experience for other debaters. After competing nationally and internationally for over five years, I’ve developed a deep appreciation for both the intellectual challenge of debate and the community it creates. I especially enjoy helping students build confidence, find their voice, and discover that their ideas are worth sharing. My teaching philosophy is to make debate both challenging and accessible: students should learn not only what makes an argument persuasive, but how to think critically about the world around them. Above all, I hope my students leave with stronger communication skills, greater confidence, and a genuine curiosity to keep asking difficult questions.