Oratory Structure
How long does your speech have to be?
5 minute speech is required
How many categories are in NHI? BONUS POINTS IF YOU CAN NAME THEM
Four Categories! Oratory, Extemporaneous Speaking, Mock Trial, and Cross Examination
Who is oratory’s lucky charm and mascot?
Oliver the Otter
What is community?
A community is
a group of people sharing a common location, interests, values, or identity, often characterized by a sense of fellowship
How many oratory debaters go to YWLA? BONUS POINTS IF YOU CAN NAME THEM
5 debaters! Sophia A, Jimena R, Dorca S, Estrella R, and Keila B!
How long does your Spanish portion have to be? MINIMUM
1 minute Spanish is the minimum requirement but you can do more.
Who is the founder of NHI and made the book Third Reality?
Ernesto Nieto
Which staff member(s) go to Incarnate Word high school?
Andrea Abejuela!
What does utilizing your floor during your speech mean?
Taking purposeful steps while saying your speech to show that your speech it’s important and has meaning.
How many debaters are in the oratory category?
11 debaters!
True or false? You get asked two questions from the judge.
FALSE! You only get asked one question.
Where are the two Great Debate programs located?
Sherman Great Debate in Sherman, Texas. Ambassador Great Debate in San Antonio, Texas.
Which staff member(s) go to YWLA?
Annali Garay and Lela Summers!
What is inquiry based learning?
an active, student-centered approach where learning is driven by curiosity, questions, and investigation rather than passive memorization.
How many debaters in oratory go to TMI Episcopal?
2 debaters! Aidan and Camila
How much prep time do you get before answering the judges question?
1 minute prep time
Name NHI San Antonio’s NBA sponsor! HINT: they sponsored your induction shirts!
San Antonio Spurs
Which oratory staff member attends the International School of the Americas?
Audrey Kilday Cuellar!
What is Community Equity?
Fair distribution of resources & opportunities, addressing systemic barriers for just outcomes
How many oratory debaters go to Lanier high school?
TRICK QUESTION!! None!
How long is your judges question response?
2 Minute Response
Who is your head coach?
Marina Mefrige
Which staff member is the CATEGORY TRAINER?
Diego Garcia!
What is an asset based mindset?
A mindset focusing on strengths, opportunities, and what is working, rather than deficits or problems.
How many of y’all love oratory?
ALL OF YOU!!