Welcome, Speech Judges
The Christian Interscholastic Speech League (CISL) knows how much it matters for students to have confident, capable and well-prepared judges in every category. The resources on this page are here to give you a solid foundation before you attend an event.
As a speech judge, you will listen to and evaluate speeches across a range of events, each with its own rules and requirements. Materials will be handed to you at the meet, but we encourage you to set aside time to review the documents below before the meet.
If you have any questions, please reach out to us at [email protected].
Please review these forms prior to your meet. Contact your coach if you have any questions.
Judge Preparation Documents
Sample Critiques: What to Do and What Not to Do
Look through these examples to see the best practices — and the common pitfalls — of judging.
Examples of What to Do
Examples of What Not to Do
Frequently Asked Questions for Judges
New to judging? Start with the General Judges Information document, then read the guide to writing a critique a student can use. Comparing the sample critiques side by side is a quick way to see how useful feedback is shaped before you attend your first meet.