These High School students must first demonstrate exceptional skill by qualifying during local tournaments. They earn the opportunity to compete at the National Tournament only after navigating the toughest competition in the nation—our district is widely recognized as the most competitive.Given the rigorous qualification process and the substantial cost of attending this prestigious event, any amount donated is deeply appreciated and directly impactful. Your contribution is especially vital for ensuring that talented students are not prevented from attending this elite competition due to financial barriers, regardless of their successful qualification.
The estimated cost for a single High School competitor to attend the annual championship tournament, including airfare, accommodation, registration fees, and local transportation, is $2,400. Your support is critical: any amount donated will directly decrease the final travel cost for all students attending Nationals. By providing tournament support, you directly invest in the opportunities and competitive success of the High School Speech & Debate Team.
We have broken the goal into accessible donation levels:
$100 Provides a fundamental contribution to the team's travel fund, covering essential needs (like daily per diem or baggage fees) for one student on the trip.
$400 Provides a critical contribution toward one student's travel and attendance, including tournament registration fees.
$950 Covers nearly half of the estimated lodging and local transportation costs for one student throughout the entire competition weekend.
$2400 Fully funds the estimated cost for one High School student to attend the tournament, ensuring they can focus entirely on achieving success.
Your generous support is vital to VSEO's mission. Every donation receives public acknowledgment and thanks across our platforms.
General Recognition
All sponsors, underwriters, and wishlist purchasers receive prominent recognition and acknowledgment across the following platforms:
Dedicated thank you posts and mentions on social media.
Inclusion in the Village Enrichment Newsletter.
Listing in the Gala Program.
Acknowledgment in the Annual Speech and Debate Banquet.
