The Arkansas Communication and Theatre Arts Association (ACTAA) is thrilled to announce the relaunch of the Arkansas Speech & Debate Institute as Camp ACTAA, a free, one-week virtual summer camp led by ACTAA’s Student Advisory Board. Set to debut in Summer 2025, Camp ACTAA is a student-led mentoring and educational project designed to support, connect, and empower Arkansas speech and debate students.

Camp ACTAA is primarily geared toward middle school and novice competitors, but all students are welcome—whether you're interested in watching demo rounds, exploring new event formats, or just meeting other students from across the state.

Taught by a mix of experienced coaches and qualified current and former student competitors, Camp ACTAA offers a unique and accessible experience to help students grow regardless of their background, location, or experience level.

Why Camp ACTAA?

Many new competitors in Arkansas face barriers to access—uncertainty about how to start, limited exposure to various events like Policy, World Schools, or Declamation, and the high cost or inaccessibility of out-of-state camps. Camp ACTAA aims to:

• Even the playing field for students across all regions and school sizes

• Build a stronger, more connected community within Arkansas

• Provide a free, meaningful opportunity to learn, grow, and engage in speech and debate

The Student Advisory Board is committed to creating a low-cost, high-impact experience that fosters learning and leadership among Arkansas’s rising speech and debate stars.

Get Involved!

• Students interested in attending Camp ACTAA should fill out the Student Interest Form.

• Students interested in teaching at Camp ACTAA can apply via the Student Instructor Application.

For more information or questions, contact Camp Director and SAB Advisor, Britney McGloflin at britney.mcgloflin@fayar.net.

Let’s build the next generation of speakers, thinkers, and leaders—together. See you at Camp ACTAA!