The Kentucky High School Speech League, Inc. encourages all students to participate in academic competition, receiving an understanding of and appreciation for worthwhile speech, drama, and debate.
KHSSL, Inc. enhances and refines students' skills in acting, speaking, listening, and critical thinking, and provides an area for extracurricular competition in speech, drama, and debate.
KHSSL, Inc. is the oldest high school organization in the state of Kentucky. We are proud not only of the tradition of excellence associated with this organization but also of our continued efforts to promote speech, drama, and debate education in Kentucky schools.
KHSSL, Inc. is endorsed by the Kentucky State Legislature, the Kentucky Education Association, and the Kentucky Association of School Administrators.
Contact us: khssl@wku.edu
State Championship Debate Topics
Policy Debate
Resolved: The United States federal government should substantially increase social services for persons living in poverty in the United States.
Lincoln-Douglas
Resolved: Economic sanctions ought not be used to achieve foreign policy objectives.
Public Forum
Resolved: Affirmative action to promote equal opportunity in the United States is justified.