Weekend Speech & Debate Coaching
AYLUS Gainesville Branch — April 5, 2026
The AYLUS Gainesville Branch organized its Weekend Speech & Debate Coaching Program
at Oaks Hall School on Sunday, April 5, 2026, as part of the Huagen Chinese School weekend
program open to all community members. Volunteers Jalen Zheng and Michael Huan each
contributed 1 hour of free volunteer service — of in-person coaching services. During this
session, the volunteers provided hands-on instruction for students ranging from 3rd grade
to high school, introducing them to the fundamentals of debate, speech structure, and
persuasive communication. The coaches guided participants through speaking drills, case
organization, and teamwork exercises designed to strengthen confidence and critical
thinking.
Each volunteer spent 1 hour coaching students during the AYLUS Gainesville Weekend
Speech & Debate Program at Oaks Hall School. Preparation time was directly related to the
teaching content and considered part of the volunteer service.
By sharing their experiences as competitive debaters and youth leaders, the volunteers
helped inspire younger students to express their ideas clearly and respectfully. This weekly
program continues to promote leadership, logic, and civic engagement — key values of the
AYLUS mission — while enriching Gainesville’s educational community.
Volunteers:
● Jalen Zheng — 1 hour (1 hr coaching)
● Michael huan– 1 hour (1hr coaching)
Total Volunteer Hours: 2 hours