Tonya Scott - Co-Club Director

Tonya has been homeschooling for 14 years and counting.  She has three boys ages 21, 19, and 17.  Her oldest started Verve in 2012 and graduated in June 2016.  She has been director for several tournaments in the area, and has helped at numerous tournaments in state and out of state.  
Stephanie Dropping - Co-Club Director and Speech Coach

Stephanie is starting her seventh year coaching Verve speech as part of Verve Speech and Debate.   She enjoys seeing her students incredible growth in public speaking and interpretive skills each season. Several speakers from Verve have qualified for and competed at Stoa’s national tournament with several earning a top 10 award for their speeches.  Stephanie previously worked in the wireless communication industry in Training and Development, and then in Human Resources.

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Joylene Mandt - Treasure

Joylene is a homeschool mom of two boys, 19 (Hans) and 17 (Colin). This is her third year at Verve.  She works part time as an Accounting Specialist and lives in Woodinville.  
Philip Beasley - Novice Debate Coach

​​Philip was homeschooled K-12 and competed in debate with Verve for 4 years of high school.  He is beginning his 9th year coaching Verve debate, primarily working with 1st year debaters.  Philip has a Master’s Degree in Structural Engineering from the University of Washington and works in Seattle.