Posts by Heather Neumann

More Videos Coming Soon!

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Now that the 2016-2017 Speech Season is over we are so excited to be adding new videos to our Video Gallery. Do you have a video that you think we should add to our site? We are looking for high quality videos for our members to learn from. Presently, we have 20 videos, and our hope is to double our inventory! These videos can be used by our members to help in clubs, as well as for personal use. Great videos can be from years past, various leagues, and don’t have to be National Champions. Our goal is to provide you with videos that provide excellent examples of great Speeches, regardless of placement. Please contact us if you have something that you would like to share. Remember our site is secure, and only members can access the Video Gallery.

To become a member, click here.

To contact us about a video –  admin@lastingimpact.info

Guest Blog- When There is No Next Season, By: Matthew Harper

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My first exposure to speech and debate was six or seven years ago. My dad judged Lincoln Douglas debate while my ten-year-old self and my little brother huddled in a corner, awed by the big kids in suits. They possessed so much more swag than me. As they discussed weighty concepts, wrestled with philosophical objections, and tried to persuade my dad to vote for their side, I said to myself: this is so boring! At least the hospitality food’s good.

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Guest Blog- A Letter to the Disappointed, By: Anna Johansen

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This article was originally posted on ethosdebate.com by Anna Johansen. Anna is an NCFCA Alumni with a great perspective! She wrote this article after a Regional Championship.  I am blessed to be able to share her message with you all… I think this is a message that needs to be shared, especially after Nationals…

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Interns Wanted…

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Calling all Juniors, Seniors, and High School Grads! Lasting Impact! is growing!!

Do you want to be a part of a team?

Do you want to make an impact?

Do you want to be able to use some of your giftings to add to your high school or college transcripts?

Lasting Impact! is all about encouraging students, parents, coaches, and clubs, and that includes you! We are looking for writers, designers, videographers, and photographers, as well as people who are interested in marketing, publicity, and social media. No previous experience required, but may be helpful. Ideal candidates will motivated, self starters, enthusiastic, and have passion towards helping others.

Candidates should send an email and/or resume to admin@lastingimpact.info by July 1, 2017. Some summer internships will start right away, most will be a yearly commitment. All positions are volunteer. Lasting Impact! will provide letters of recommendation.

Please note- A limited number of internships are available. We are looking to have a balanced team, with interns from multiple leagues nation-wide.

If you have questions or inquiries, please contact us! If you know someone that would bless others in the noted areas above, please send them our way!

Guest Post- 2016 NCFCA Impromptu Champion

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Abbey Lovett competed in Speech and Debate for many years, before becoming The NCFCA National Champion in 2016. Abbey is also a fellow blogger, you can visit her blogs at: https://lovettup.com/ Here is her perspective from The NCFCA 2016 National Championship last year…

I waited backstage for the moment to come. My heart was racing. I couldn’t decide if I was about to pass out or throw up. This was it, the showcase of excellence. I walked onstage to greet a cheering audience of 1,500 people.

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Introducing Camp and Workshop Opportunities…

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If you would like to host, organize, or have inquiries about a Camp or Workshop, please contact us! lastingimpact2016@gmail.com

Below are some upcoming events…. we look forward to seeing you soon! Check back again to see if we are coming to an area near you!

June 26-30, 2017- Palatine, IL

Empower (www.empowerleaders.net) is excited to have Heather Neumann coach their first Speech Camp. How would you feel having a Speech ready to go by July? Join the fast track on- The Journey of Speech! Let Heather Neumann be your guide, as students explore ideas, dive into research, and create a Interpretive Speech. Learn about the process that you can use over and over again. You do not need to be experienced to be a part of this epic event! This will be a fun and fast adventure for everyone you won’t want to miss!

Jump start your Speech Season learning…

Cutting
Characterization
and most importantly…
Creativity

sign up at http://www.empowerleaders.net/speech-camp-day/

Aug. 2, 2017- Wauwatosa, WI (Milwaukee area)

Salt & Light is excited to announce a Jump Start Speech Camp/Interp Workshop for the Milwaukee area!

Jump Start Camp- Learn about each and every Speech event in NCFCA. Use this time to learn and brainstorm about the possibilities for next Speech Season. Sign up by clicking here.

Interp Workshop- Dig deeper into the Interpretive Speeches offered by NCFCA. We’ll be covering the basics of interpretation- cutting, characters, and creativity! Sign up by clicking here.

Start getting excited to dig into Speech….
Think about choosing a piece for your personality and purpose!
Learn aspects of communication!
Engaging, fun activities to put help you put what we’ve discussed into action!

Who: Beginning and Advanced Students. It is strongly recommended for new students to go through the Jump Start Camp. Parents are welcome.

When: Wed. Aug. 2, 9:00-3:00

Where: Meadowbrook Church- 1025 N 70th St, Wauwatosa, WI 53213

 

Aug. 16-18, 2017- Kalamazoo, MI

Resolved Debate is partnering with Lasting Impact! to host a three day Jump Start Speech and Debate Camp geared toward beginning NCFCA and CC students. For $150 per student, attendees will learn the skills of critical and creative thinking, logic, research, speech writing, note taking, persuasion, theatric interpretation, and professional presentation. The camp will take place August 16-18, 2017 at Southridge Reformed Church in Kalamazoo, MI. The hosting club is Excelsior.

To sign up- go to- http://resolveddebate.webs.com/locations-and-pricing

Coaches Include-

Heather Neumann- Heather loves coaching Speech! She has had the honor of coaching many National Finalists, including National Champions. However it’s the journey that she enjoys the most. “To watch a student grow and discover themselves or their voice is such a blessing.” She is a Speech coach for her local club, as well online. This fall she will be teaching a Speech class, as well as a club through Empower- www.empowerleaders.net

Andrew Cullen- Up until the 8th grade, Andrew was terrified of public speaking. However, thanks to his mother forcing him to compete in debate, this formerly reluctant and introverted young man now eagerly jumps at the chance to speak in front of people. In fact, because of the years he spent debating and improving his communication skills, Andrew now hopes to one day be a pastor and impact many for Christ.

Throughout his five-year debate career, Andrew received numerous awards both at the regional and national level. Although he has definitely been blessed with success in the NCFCA, Andrew knows that the most important things that he has taken away from speech and debate are professional communication and writing skills, a more mature and Christ-centered personal character, and encouraging friendships. Andrew now loves helping younger students learn about and excel in the activity that has changed his life. This goal and passion is what motivated Andrew to co-found Resolved Debate 5 years ago and motivates him now to continue to invest in the NCFCA.

Andrew graduated from the Moody Bible Institute in Chicago with a major in Biblical Studies. This summer he will be completing a youth ministry internship at a church in South Carolina.

Happy Mother’s Day from Lasting Impact!

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Happy Mother’s Day to all the moms out there! We applaud you and thank you for everything you do to help students become better communicators for Christ! With out you…. your efforts to run tournaments, work at tournaments, coach students, run clubs, make your kids practice, edit papers, drive all over the country to go to tournaments, judging at tournaments, or simply to have your children participate in Speech and Debate… With out you-  this all wouldn’t be happening! Your kids are doing amazing things, all because of your efforts! Thank you! We appreciate you!!

PLEASE NOTE- Take more pictures of you and your kids at tournaments… Before there are no more tournaments. The video is of Rick Daniels. He gave the devotion at Region 6 Regional Qualifier.

Starting a Club

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At Lasting Impact! we support kids, parents, coaches, AND clubs! We often have people ask us- how do you start a club, then what?! Over the summer we hope to inspire some of you thinking about starting a club in your area. No two clubs are alike… Think about what impact a club could have on your family or your area!

Kristi Eskelund has started multiple clubs. Her husband is in the military and they move every couple of years. So when she wanted her kids to get involved in Speech and Debate, and there was no Club near by she started one herself!

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New Service!! Script Assessment

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It is that time in the season where you feel like you have looked at your script a million times. You have done all the revisions you can do. Where can your Speech possibly go from here? Are there any additional changes that can be done? Is this what a perfect Speech looks like? I have an answer! Let us look at your script! The Lasting Impact! Team is full of ideas, they have fresh perspective, and are excited to work with you.

What is the process? Simply Contact Us. Let us know you have a script you want us to review. Someone will contact you shortly. You can decide which coach you would like to work with, or one will be assigned to you depending on your needs and desires. After you submit your speech, and a coach has had time to assess (approx. 24-48 hours), you will receive a personal call (the call should take between 30-45 minutes) and give feedback, ideas, and an evaluation of your Speech. The rest is up to you!

How much does this cost? Only $20 members/$25 non members

Note: This service is provided with the intent to provide feedback on content. Although minor editing may be done, the purpose is the feedback on actual Speech. Also, please note- this is not a “script submission” check.

Online Apol and Extemp Early Registration

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Are you looking for accountability in Apologetics and Extemp?

Are you looking to gain knowledge and confidence in these Limited Prep Speeches?

Do you want to gain experiences that will last, well beyond your competitive years?

We have the solution!

Lasting Impact! will be offering TWO online programs for 2017-2018

ONLINE APOL and ONLINE EXTEMP

*Weekly accountability

*Great teachings and resources

*Recorded sessions

*Reasonable class size

*Experienced guest speakers

*Approx. 25 sessions

Register NOW! Class size will be limited- you don’t want to miss out! (Simply click the link below or check them out under “services” above).

Online Apol.- Tuesday evenings 8:00-9:00 CT

Online Extemp.- Thursday evenings 8:00-9:00 CT

This will be Online Apol.’s fifth year, and we expect it to be better than ever. Although this will be our first year at Online Extemp- we have no doubt it will be a great resource and benefit to those who attend. Here are what others had to say…

“Thank you so much for Online Apol. It has been a great opportunity for my child. I am so thankful for the personal accountability, and emphasis on growth, rather than the competition.” ~ parent

“I am so grateful for my Online Apol. friends. I now feel I am prepared to write my cards with confidence.” ~student

“I appreciate the teaching the most about Online Apol. Thank you so much for organizing this! It has helped me in card writing and in general knowledge.” ~ student

Still not convinced… Here is what our Apologetics Ambassadors have to say about Apologetics…

Myles McLean- “Apologetics challenged me to know how to deal with the tough questions. I still don’t always have the right answer, but it taught me how to express what I do know in an honest, genuine manner. Being okay with not knowing every little detail of the Christian faith, and instead focusing on the big truths and trusting the Holy Spirit to move within the hearts of those who you come into contact with.”

Joel Erickson- “Don’t be daunted by the seemingly insurmountable 105 questions. Approach the category with an “I-can-do-all-things-through-Christ-who-gives-me-strength” mentality. Focus on preparing for Apologetics as a way to enrich your relationship with God and teach some judges about His grandeur.”

Stefanie Klaves- “Growing up in a Christian home, I thought I “knew” God and Christian fundamentals. After engaging in a few conversations with Buddhists and Atheist friends, I realized that I couldn’t adequately articulate why I believed what I believed, why the Bible is more reliable than other holy books, or why the Christian faith is preferable to their religious beliefs.”

We hope YOU decide to join us!