The Academic Decathlon recommends practicing outlining and writing arguments related to the Academic Decathlon subjects, excluding math to prepare. In the interview, Decathletes have seven minutes to answer questions about themselves. Decathletes will develop better critical thinking and test-taking skills that will also help when it comes to the SAT tests, as well as AP tests which by using critical thinking skills and doing well, can score you some college credits.
Finally, the Super Quiz, Decathletes and the other 8 teammates will take turns solving multiple choice challenges, all in front of a live audience. If you make it to the national finals, you collaborate with two teammates to figure out the best answer to each question before time is up.
The exact format of the Super Quiz depends on the state, but it is always the final event. Each year, the Academic Decathlon picks a theme for everyone across the country to compete, it is new each year. The theme encompasses all seven courses. Students can participate in the Academic Decathlon multiple times over the years, allowing for more themes to master.
The curriculum develops the themes at a high level to ensure students are able to expand their knowledge. Academic Decathlon theme for the curricular year is The Cold War. Each of the subject areas are all specific general topics that focus on The Cold War:. Reach more about each of the seven curriculum topics here , as well as learn about other research competitions that may tie into the research you do while competing during the Academic Decathlon.
Teams are made up of nine high school students, from the ninth through twelfth grades and they attend the same high school.
The team is made up of three honors students 3. Every team member participates in all ten events during The U. Scoring comes from six scores out of the nine, two honors, two scholastic and two varsity, so schools can enter less than nine students to be considered, as long as there are two of each GPA student. Each high school submits transcripts to The U.
Academic Decathlon to prove eligibility of teams. Foreign students can participate in the United States Academic Decathlon, to read more on various types of students read the eligibility guidelines here. The United States Academic Decathlon Individual Competition was thought up to help individuals achieve their individual academic goals.
The individual competition allows Decathletes a way to experience and participate in the Academic Decathlon solo. This competition is for students who are homeschooled, alternative schools, team alternates, and Academic Decathlon team members. International Schools that speak English can participate. The same process for team choosing applies to the international competition.
Once a year, the Academic Decathlon invites qualifying teams from every state for the finale of the Academic Decathlon season. The national competition holds ten challenging events and a championship. Each year, teams outside the United States are invited to qualify online for the chance to join the Academic Decathlon community in person at the national finals.
For each National Finals, there are various categories teams can win. There are four different division first, second and third place winners. Social Science Prize. Remember, colleges are looking for high school students to participate and win National High Impact Competitions.
Check out the finalists since here. There are a lot of rules to the Academic Decathlon, but the most important part is getting a team that is excited to begin. For assistance and getting the program running, contact your state director here , or other Academic Decathlon contacts here , or reach out to other schools in your area that participate for advice.
To get student and coach perspectives, visit the Academic Decathlon testimonials page to better understand the program from a participants point of view. High school is the perfect time to cultivate skills and win awards, especially through a national program like Academic Decathlon. When you challenge yourself, it pays off when it comes to admissions for college and personal growth. What better way to learn about new topics and yourself, while building your resume and making friends than to participate in the Academic Decathlon?
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Click here for more information. The United States Academic Decathlon Individual Competition has been created to help individuals achieve their individual academic goals. Home school students, alternative school students, team alternates, and Academic Decathlon team members, this competition is for you!
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Alexis Barile Dr. Caroline Cota Steve Ellis Dr. Jeremy Goins Darel Hansen Dr. David Gustafson Dr. Grades The Academic Decathlon is an academic competition for students in grades 9 through Wednesday, September 1, — Friday, December 10, CAD student transcripts review service per student fee service that RCOE will pay for if a coach decides to submit transcripts early.
Friday, October 1, — Monday, November 1, Monday, November 1, , emailed written notification of team request to participate in an online scrimmage outside of Riverside County.
Friday, December 17, Team Registration Materials due. Thursday, February 10, , p.
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