Description
Give your students a high-engagement debate that feels modern, relevant, and meaningful. Opp or Nah? • Student Dress Code Debate is a student-centered, pick-a-side discussion lesson where teens decide whether students should have a voice in designing the school dress code.
This lesson is fully aligned to NC ELA Speaking & Listening + Argument Writing standards and gives students multiple opportunities to build claims, support their ideas with evidence, evaluate counterarguments, and engage respectfully in academic discussion.
Perfect for middle and high school, this resource includes a complete 16:9 slide deck, argument graphic organizer, quick writes, reflection prompts, and an argument writing extension so students can take their discussion from speaking → writing with ease.
Use it in ELA, advisory, leadership classes, SEL blocks, or anytime you want students to practice real-world communication skills. No-prep, teen-friendly, and ready to drop into your classroom today.
What’s Included:
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Full 16:9 editable slide deck (Opp vs Nah format)
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Debate prompt slide (dress code customization)
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Student-friendly debate norms & expectations
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Argument Builder Graphic Organizer
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Quick Write Warm-Up Page
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Post-Debate Reflection Page
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Argument Writing Extension Page
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Sentence Starters for Claims, Evidence, Counterclaims, Rebuttals
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Partner, Group, and Whole-Class Debate Options
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Display Image Checkmarks
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NC ELA Standards alignment (SL.1, SL.3, SL.4, W.1, W.9)
This lesson builds confidence, encourages student voice, and teaches foundational argument skills — all while tackling a topic students actually care about.
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