Debate students compete at schools throughout the metro in multiple speech and debate events, including parliamentary debate, public forum, extemporaneous speaking (U.S. & International), Lincoln-Douglas, and student congress. The debate season runs from September to May. Students at all grade levels may compete. Practices are held immediately after school twice a week, which gives students time to participate in other sports or activities (schedules permitting). St. Pius X hosts 1 tournament each year where parents may participate as judges or help with hospitality.