Mrs. Rita Prichard has been coaching for 20 years.  She is a member of the California State Hall of Fame and is recognized nationally as a "double diamond" coach.  She has coached students to state and national honors for many years, including the 1999 Lincoln Douglas Debate State Champion.  With a degree in Speech, Theatre, and English, and experience as a high school and college competitor, she brings unique skills, a tradition of winning and a personal commitment to her "direct coaching" style.  She is currently the VP of Curriculum for the California High School Speech Association (CHSSA).