Manhattan, NY

FOUNDER & PRESIDENT

Amelia Lumianski is an experienced debater with a strong background in both Parliamentary and Public Forum formats. She has been actively involved in debate since the 5th grade, accumulating 6 years of experience. Currently a sophomore at Hunter College High School, she continues to demonstrate a deep passion for the activity. Outside of debate, she enjoys reading, baking, running, and crocheting. Her most notable achievement is 9th place in the 40th Annual Stanford Invitational in Parliamentary Debate (2026).

DEBATE COACH

Eloise is an accomplished debater who has competed in Public Forum for the past three years. Through debate, she has developed an effective, repeatable research process and source analysis. Recognized for her public speaking and delivery during debates, she teaches students how to think faster on their feet and sharpen their verbal delivery skills. Outside of debate, she enjoys participating in Classics tournaments and playing with her two cats. Her most notable achievement is being a Semifinalist in National Speech and Debate Season Opener & State Classic in Public Forum (2024)

DEBATE COACH

Iris is a competitive Public Forum debater with four years of experience at local, regional, and national circuit tournaments. For the past two years, she has served as a coach for her school’s middle school debate team, helping students grow more confident in expressing their opinions and become acclimated to a competitive environment. Iris attributes her confidence and many of her life skills to debate, and she hopes to share that passion with aspiring debaters! Outside of debate, she enjoys playing lacrosse, making artwork, and discovering new places to get matcha. Her most notable achievement is championing in the National Speech and Debate Season Opener in Public Forum (2024).