Media & Debate - Fort Bend Christian Academy

Media & Debate - Fort Bend Christian Academy
Media & Debate
Discover FBCA’s Exceptional Media, Journalism and Debate Programs
Arts students who are interested in journalistic, broadcast, or debate mediums will receive high caliber instruction and fundamentals from caring, passionate faculty members. The curriculum emphasizes important building blocks as they prepare to think about possibly exploring this field more in college.  Students can select from a variety of classes, including yearbook, broadcasting, photography, graphic design, debate and more.
Recognized for its inclusive approach, our department offers a wide range of courses accessible to students of diverse skill levels, fostering an environment that encourages risk-taking and exploration in new artistic pursuits.
Explore Our Media & Debate Curriculum
Middle School Curriculum
Upper School Curriculum
Upper School
Middle School
BROADCAST PRODUCTION
Grade 9-12: Academic or Honors (2 semesters – 1 credit)
Broadcast production prepares students for decision-making and technical responsibilities in the production of live events and alternative video making. Students interested in careers in broadcasting, technology applications and event management will benefit from the course. This hands-on class allows students to build abilities in the pre-production, live production, and post-production of live events at FBCA, such as athletic events, chapel services, and other special events. In conjunction with the Eagles On The Air program, students create productions as anchors, reporters, producers, and writers.
Eagles on the Air Webpage
Speech & Debate
Grade 9-12: Various Levels
Our Speech and Debate classes build confidence, improve communication, and increase critical thinking skills of students. Outside of the classroom, students hone these skills by competing in interscholastic tournaments at the local, district, state and national level. Students compete in Lincoln-Douglas and Public Forum debate styles in addition to speaking events such as Domestic and International Extemp, Informative and Original Oratory. We also have students who compete in interpretive events like Poetry, Prose and Dramatic Interp.
FBCA’s Speech and Debate Team compete in a dozen local tournaments annually in addition to District, State and National competitions. Some of the students want to improve their speaking skills for presentations, some want to attend law school and need to learn how to make a sound argument and some just want the skills to persuade their parents for a later curfew. Regardless of why they have joined the team or how competitive they want to be, the coach’s primary goal for each student is one of self-discovery so they find their voice.
Join the FBCA Speech & Debate Team to unlock the power of your voice.
“While our students love returning from tournaments with trophies and medals, the greatest reward is watching students learn how to articulate their point of view. I can think of no other program where teenagers have a platform to discuss current events, to share their personal opinions and to have a captive audience of students and adults.” - Coach Michelle Walker
“Speech and Debate has made a huge impact on our child’s self confidence and has greatly improved his communication skills.” - Parent Melissa Evans
“In my experience, speech and debate is the single best class a high school student can take to prepare for success in college. I love to see my child develop research and presentation skills in a professional manner.” - Parent Megan Dorsey
YEARBOOK
(Full Year) Grade 7; Grade 8
Students interested in Yearbook will fill out an application in the spring of their 6th or 7th grade year. Students will also acquire recommendations from teachers. Students must commit to the Yearbook staff for an entire school year. Responsibilities outside of class are expected.
This course is designed for those students who wish to be involved in the production of the middle school yearbook. Students will learn the skills necessary for publishing the yearbook, including the desktop publishing software and photography skills. The student will learn the necessary computer skills and production of the yearbook.
Christopher Lee
US World History Teacher / EOTA
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Anthony Slate
ASL Teacher, World Language Dept Chair, Yearbook Adviser
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Michelle Walker
Head Registrar
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John Williams
US Government & Economics Teacher, EOTA
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Linda Wright
MS English Teacher
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