🚨 To compete, students must register through our official website: www.reaganfoundation.org/debate

Hosted by the Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation & Institute, this national, non-partisan debate series challenges high school students (grades 9–12) to develop their skills in public speaking, critical thinking, and persuasive communication. Unlike traditional formats, the Ronald Reagan Debate Series emphasizes thoughtful deliberation, storytelling, and impactful discourse—core skills for future leaders.

Compete alongside the region’s top students at the Maui Regional Debate Competition on May 17, or join our online competition on May 30–31. Winners from each regional event will earn an all-expenses-paid trip to the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library in California to compete in the National Championship for a share of $50,000 in scholarships!

Event Schedule:

8:00 AM | Student Check-in Opens

9:00 AM – 2:00 PM | Preliminary Rounds (Closed – Students Only)

2:30 PM – 4:00 PM | Qualifying Rounds (Open to Public)

5:00 PM – 6:00 PM | Final Round (Open to Public)

Debate Topic:

RESOLVED: The U.S. education system should be managed by the states, not the federal government.

Registration Details

FREE & open to all high school students (grades 9–12)
Students must register at: www.reaganfoundation.org/debate
All participants must be accompanied by an adult chaperone
Deadline to register: Sunday, May 11, 2025 at 11:59 PM

Scholarship Prizes

$500 scholarship to the regional winner
An all-expenses-paid trip to the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library in California
Qualification for the National Championship and a chance to win part of $50,000 in scholarships

🎟️ Audience Attendance (Open to the Public)

Come watch the top 16 student finalists compete during the afternoon public rounds. Join us for a showcase of civil discourse, bright ideas, and inspiring student voices.

Ronald Reagan Debate Series | University of Hawai'i Maui College