u/Exciting_Look2927 — reddlx

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I’m Mario Canales III, an 18-year-old senior at Tomball High School and the current Speech & Debate President.

Speech and debate helped me become a stronger writer, a clearer speaker, and a better student. It also helped me build confidence for interviews, scholarship applications, and college conversations.

For newer students, I think the biggest skills are:

• Speaking clearly under pressure
• Organizing thoughts before talking
• Writing stronger arguments
• Listening closely
• Handling disagreement respectfully
• Building confidence through practice

My background is mainly in CX policy debate. I’ve been a UIL 6A State Finalist, UIL 6A State Semifinalist, NSDA Nationals qualifier, 2x TFA State qualifier, and 5x UIL State qualifier.

I also earned scholarship opportunities through TILF, Kentucky Debate, Wake Forest Debate, and UTSA.

I’m always happy to talk with students or parents who are curious about speech, debate, public speaking, or how to get started.

u/Exciting_Look2927 — 12 days ago

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Public speaking and debate advice for newer students

I’m Mario Canales III, an 18-year-old senior at Tomball High School and the current Speech & Debate President.

For students starting out, the biggest things that helped me were:

• Practicing speeches out loud, not just writing them
• Recording speeches and fixing pacing, clarity, and filler words
• Learning how to organize arguments before trying to sound impressive
• Doing short rebuttal drills under time pressure
• Getting comfortable being uncomfortable in front of people
• Treating losses as feedback, not failure

My debate background:

• UIL 6A State Finalist, 2nd place
• UIL 6A State Semifinalist, 3rd place
• NSDA Nationals Policy Qualifier
• 2x TFA State Qualifier
• 5x UIL State Debate Qualifier
• 4-year debate camp attendee
• Helped first-year debaters qualify to TFA State and advance to UIL State

For newer debaters, especially in CX, I think the most important skills are flowing, extending evidence clearly, knowing your case, and explaining why your argument matters to the judge.

Happy to answer questions from students or parents about public speaking, CX debate, tournament prep, or getting started in speech and debate.

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u/Exciting_Look2927 — 12 days ago

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Public speaking and debate advice for newer students

I’m Mario Canales III, an 18-year-old senior at Tomball High School and the current Speech & Debate President.

For students starting out, the biggest things that helped me were:

My debate background:

For newer debaters, especially in CX, I think the most important skills are flowing, extending evidence clearly, knowing your case, and explaining why your argument matters to the judge.

Happy to answer questions from students or parents about public speaking, CX debate, tournament prep, or getting started in speech and debate.

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u/Exciting_Look2927 — 12 days ago

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Public speaking and debate advice for newer students

I’m Mario Canales III, an 18-year-old senior at Tomball High School and the current Speech & Debate President.

For students starting out, the biggest things that helped me were:

My debate background:

For newer debaters, especially in CX, I think the most important skills are flowing, extending evidence clearly, knowing your case, and explaining why your argument matters to the judge.

Happy to answer questions from students or parents about public speaking, CX debate, tournament prep, or getting started in speech and debate.

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u/Exciting_Look2927 — 12 days ago

▲ 7 r/thewoodlands

‼️Public Speaking‼️ & Speech/Debate Support for Students

My name is Mario Canales III. I’m 18, the current Tomball High School Speech & Debate President, and I’m offering public speaking, speech, and debate support for middle school and high school students.

I can help students with:

• Public speaking confidence

• Speaking clearly and professionally

• Presentation skills

• Speech structure and delivery

• Overcoming nervousness

• Classroom presentations

• Debate fundamentals

• CX policy debate specific coaching

• Case writing and rebuttal practice

• Tournament preparation

Background:

• UIL 6A State Finalist, 2nd place

• UIL 6A State Semifinalist, 3rd place

• NSDA Nationals Policy Qualifier

• 2x TFA State Qualifier

• 5x UIL State Debate Qualifier

• 4-year debate camp attendee since age 14

• 2x debate camp tournament semifinalist

• Coached first-year debaters to TFA State qualification and UIL State advancement

• Offered debate scholarships from Kentucky and Wake Forest

• Plan to continue debating at UTSA

Sessions are mainly virtual through Zoom, but I’m also available in person around The Woodlands, Tomball,, and nearby areas like the lonestar library.

If your student wants to become a stronger speaker, build confidence, or improve in speech and debate, feel free to message me.

*I understand guidelines but all money is going toward tuition*

u/Exciting_Look2927 — 13 days ago

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We’re two Tomball High School seniors working to fund college next year. We’re offering reliable help around your home and would really appreciate the support.

Services:

• Garage cleaning ($60–150)

• Dog walking ($20–30)

• Dog sitting ($40–80/day)

• Furniture moving ($40–100, no transport)

• Trash bin curb service ($15–25/week)

• Basic errand help (groceries, small tasks)

* • Yard work like mowing or cleanup (must use your equipment)*

All prices are negotiable.

We live in Tomball and serve all nearby areas. Travel over 25+ miles may include a small fee.

Available Monday–Friday after 3:30 PM.

We also plan to study business and are open to other side jobs that don’t require large transportation.

Text or call anytime if interested in inquiring:

Mario Canales III: (956) 290-7495

Ian Wylie: (281) 746-1923

If you or someone you know needs help, message us or share this post.

*I understand guideline rules but this is for education all money is towards tuition*

u/Exciting_Look2927 — 13 days ago