Mission Statement:

The mission of Aspire Speech and Debate Club intends to provide home-educated students and parents growth in Godly character along with the skills to articulate and defend the truth of Biblical Christianity. Club and competition together offer an environment where students and parents learn critical thinking skills and competence in delivering a significant and purposeful message. With a teachable spirit and humility, students learn to live for God’s glory. Aspire Speech and Debate Club was started in 2023. We are affiliated with Stoa, a nationwide organization, that trains students to speak boldly and change the world for Christ.

Statement of Faith

1. One God eternally exists in three persons: the Father, the Son (Jesus Christ), and the Holy Spirit. (Matthew 3:16, Matthew 28:19, John 10:30, 2 Corinthians 13:14)
2. Man is sinful and therefore separated from God, who is holy and perfect. (Isaiah 53:5-9, Romans 3:23, I Peter 1:15-16)
3. Jesus Christ paid the eternal penalties for our sins through His death on the cross.
(Luke 24:46, I Peter 2:21)
4. Jesus Christ also resurrected bodily, ascended into heaven, and will return one day to fulfill His kingdom. (Matthew 28:6, Revelation 19:11)
5. Only through Jesus Christ and the grace of His provision of salvation, may we be saved from eternal punishment, enter into God’s family, and receive eternal life. (Ephesians 2:8-9, Romans 6:23, Romans 8:11, I John 1:9)
6. The Bible is the inspired, inerrant, infallible, and authoritative Word of God and the truth for Christian faith and practice. (2 Timothy 3:16-17, 2 Peter 1:20-21, John 17:17, 1 Thessalonians 2:13, Psalm 19:7-11, John 6:67-69)

Purpose:

Aspire Speech and Debate Club exists to:
+Share the benefits of speech and debate with the local homeschool community.
+Build a positive, encouraging Christian community for students 12 - 19 years of age.
+Equip parent coaches in the art and science of public speaking and debate excellence to further their student’s experience.
+the development of a Biblical worldview.
+Facilitate opportunities for amicable competition, training, and confidence building.

Core Values:

We are committed to following established processes and structures.
We are organized and communicate effectively.
We promote a transparent culture of servant hearts.
We communicate a clear vision and mission.
We promote integrity and honesty in every situation.
We recognize competitive excellence.