What is Academic Decathlon?
Academic Decathlon is a national competition that demands students to master seven academic subjects (math, literature, music art, science, economics, and history), as well as deliver prepared and improvised speeches, undergo an interview, and write an essay connected to their studies. Their curriculum changes each year, and is centered on a theme. All of the academic areas, except math are related to the thematic focus. But Academic Decathlon is more than just an intellectual exercise. Decathlon teaches perseverance, teamwork, and the value of hard work. Who can participate? The team is made up of three “A” students, three “B” students, and three “C” students, as determined by G.P.A. Anyone in grades 9-12 can tryout; however, students in grades 11 and 12 are preferred. The best decathletes have a combination of brains, determination, and personality. Why bother? Academic Decathlon is the single best way to prepare for college. It forces students to study several subjects in depth and
