2026–2027 Academic Year

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Sandel Academy.

Applications are now open. If you're competing in Congressional Debate and ready to commit to elite coaching, we want to hear from you.

20+ group coaching sessions per month
Unlimited prep review and feedback
Elite 1-on-1 mentorship matched to your strengths
On-site tournament coaching available
Personal oversight by Quest Sandel

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The Sandel Academy Experience

What you get

Group Coaching Sessions

Every month of the competitive season, you'll have access to group coaching sessions covering the full spectrum of Congressional Debate — from bill analysis to speaker strategy.

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Prep Review

Submit your bills, authorship speeches, and refutation blocks anytime for detailed written feedback from your coach. No cap, no waiting list.

1:1

Elite Mentorship

You'll be matched with a Sandel Academy coach based on your strengths and goals. Sessions go beyond technique — we develop you as a thinker, speaker, and competitor.

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Tournament Coaching

Quest personally oversees every student's learning experience, and on-site coaching is available at select national tournaments throughout the year.

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Please note that Sandel Academy is for students competing in Congressional Debate. If the intensity of Sandel Academy doesn't align with your goals, we strongly encourage you to join the free group coaching at Ascend Academy.

First Name*

Last Name*

Grade Level in 2026–2027 Academic Year*

Student Email Address*

Parent/Guardian Email Address*

School*

Sex*

Detail your experience in Congressional Debate.* This may include your accolades, competitive history, years you've been debating, etc.

What will your presumptive tournament schedule look like for 2026–2027?* List the tournaments you intend to compete at this coming season.

Do you receive any coaching through your high school?*

If you answered "YES" to receiving coaching through your school, please detail what that looks like and the level of involvement that your school/team has. Does your school allow private coaching?

Have you ever received coaching from a private coach?*

If you answered "YES" to private coaching in the past, detail your experiences. What worked well? What didn't? What would you like to see out of a private coach?

Have you ever attended a summer debate camp?*

If you answered "YES" to attending a camp, detail your experiences. What went well? What didn't?

Discuss your perceived strengths and weaknesses as a Congressional debater. What do you need to work on or learn the most?*

How would you describe your style debating in Congress?*

Describe your work ethic. How many hours a week do you spend on Congress? How far ahead do you start your prep and how rigorously do you prep?*

What are your goals in Congress?*

How many sessions per month would you like? (min. of 4)*

Is there anything else you want us to know?

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Sandel Academy.

What you get

Group Coaching Sessions

Prep Review

Elite Mentorship

Tournament Coaching

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The Community

Start with Ascend Academy

JoinSandel Academy.

What you get

Group Coaching Sessions

Prep Review

Elite Mentorship

Tournament Coaching

Ready to join?

Application received

The Community

Start with Ascend Academy

Join
Sandel Academy.