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 Ridge Forensics Parents' News - 8/7/24 Update

 Thank you! The success of the team would not be possible without the continued support of parents.  Welcome to all our new parents! ​
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2023-2024 Parent Meetings & Year Overview
We are returning to IN-PERSON meetings for the 23-24 school year. The opening year meetings will take place prior to Back-to-School nights. 


On September 28th, we will have an INTRO TO RIDGE FORENSICS meeting. Topics to be covered include:
  • Debate vs. public address vs. interpretation events
  • Time and work commitments
  • The language of speech and debate (NCFL vs. NJSDL vs. TOC vs. NSDA; OO vs. DI vs. LD vs. PF vs.DUO)
  • Local vs. regional vs. national tournaments (including tournament travel policies)
  • Virtual vs. in-person tournaments
  • Fundraising and finances (general overview)
  • Camps
  • Honor society
  • Suits and other 'uniform' guidance.

On October 5th, we will have an OVERVIEW OF THE 23-24 SCHOOL YEAR meeting. Topics to be covered include:
  • 2023-2024 tournament and travel calendar
  • Practice and tournament requirements
  • 23-24 fundraising and finances.
  • Parent participation with breakout sessions (concessions, judging, and chaperoning) and preliminary signups. 

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For detailed information about parent obligations and email/Remind sign ups, please consult the RF Handbook.  RF Handbook can be accessed HERE.

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