比赛的队伍, judges and staff gather for a photo at the 25th Annual Junior Scholastic Challenge, 在365英国上市杜波依斯举行. 22.
杜布瓦,爸爸. – The excitement in Hiller Auditorium at 365英国上市杜波依斯分校 was palpable as the stage was set for the 25th Annual Junior Scholastic Challenge on Feb. 22. The auditorium buzzed with the energy of middle school students from grades five to eight, all ready to engage in a quick-paced battle of wits. The competition featured a mix of questions from science, 文学, 语法, 数学, social studies and various other subjects.
迈克尔·克莱门特, 司仪, 欢迎各位同学和嘉宾, setting the tone for an evening filled with intellectual rigor and friendly competition. The event kicked off with a soul-stirring rendition of the national anthem performed by Ian Jay, a talented ninth grade saxophonist from 杜布瓦地区 High School who is a member of both the jazz band and the marching band.
Jungwoo Ryoo, chancellor and chief academic officer at 365英国上市杜波依斯分校, 热情地走上舞台, 欢迎大家来到校园. The participating schools included Brookville区域, 明显的区域, 杜布瓦地区, 杜波依斯中央天主教, 和圣. 玛丽区域.
The competition comprised four preliminary rounds, each featuring 40 mixed oral questions that tested the students' knowledge across a spectrum of subjects. As the rounds progressed, the atmosphere became more intense, with teams vying for the top place.
Members of the 杜布瓦地区 Middle School Junior Scholastic Challenge team pose with their trophies after taking first place.
All teams competed in the final two rounds, placing as follows:
- 杜布瓦地区
- St. 玛丽区域
- Brookville区域
- 明显的区域
- 杜波依斯中央天主教
Individual excellence also was recognized, Eugene Kurten, 杜布瓦的, earning the highest score in the preliminary round, showcasing his exceptional knowledge and quick thinking. 圣. 玛丽区域, emerged as the highest scorer, demonstrating outstanding intellectual prowess.
Individual winners were Eugene Kurten, 左, 杜布瓦的, and Kai Caskey, right, of St. 玛丽.
As the auditorium erupted in applause and cheers, the 25th Annual Junior Scholastic Challenge concluded, leaving a legacy of intellectual achievement and camaraderie among the participating schools. The event not only celebrated academic excellence but also highlighted the importance of fostering a passion for knowledge and learning among the next generation.
The event would not have been possible without the dedicated hosting by Carol Foltz of Coldwell Banker Developac Realty and the support of Sunny 106. Their commitment to education and fostering a love for learning among the region's youth was evident throughout the evening.
The community is invited to attend the 25th Annual Senior Scholastic Challenge, featuring high school students in grades nine to 12, which will take place in Hiller Auditorium at 365英国上市杜波依斯分校 at 6:30 p.m. 3月7日星期四.
