Academic Enrichment
DUKE TALENT IDENTIFICATION PROGRAM
The Duke University Talent Identification Program (Duke TIP) is a non-profit educational organization whose primary purpose is to identity and serve academically gifted youth. The program serves students in grades 4 and up. Students, parents, educators and schools benefit from the program through Duke’s challenging educational programs, information, advocacy and research. Duke TIP enables students to reach their optimal educational potential.
Letters are sent to students who scored 95th percentile or better on EOGs in Math or Reading in the previous year. For 7th graders who did not qualify but would like to participate, there is a TIP Option. Go to NT face=Geneva,Arial,Sans-Serif>www.tip.duke.edu for more information. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Duff or Ms. Laney.
SCRIPPS NATIONAL SPELLING BEE
Randolph is proud to participate in the annual Scripps National Spelling Bee Competition. We have a history of our students doing very well in the local and regional rounds. For rules and study information, please visit www.spellingbee.com. Additional study help can be found at www.myspellit.com. If you have any questions, please contact Brenda Duff.
NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC GEOGRAPHY BEE
Each year, Randolph students are challenged to participate in the Geography Bee. Learn about the world we live in as you prepare for this competition. Please visit www.nationalgeographic.com/geobee/ for more information. The site offers a 10 question quiz every day. There are also maps and other information. Additional resources are available at http://www.nationalgeographic.com/geographybee/study_corner.html. If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Lowery.
AMERICAN SCHOLASTIC ACHIEVEMENT LEAGUE SCHOLASTIC CHALLENGE
Students who scored a 4 on the reading and math EOG last year are invited to participate in the Scholastic Challenge. For more information on the program, please visit NT face=Tahoma>http://schoolschallenge.com/homec81.php. There are six categories of questions: General Knowledge ( i.e. food, art, sports, music, current events, entertainment, mythology, etc.), Language and Literature, Geography, History, Science, and Mathematics. If you have any questions, please contact Brenda Duff.
ANNUAL SHAKESPEARE COMPETITION
Wingate University hosts the annual Shakespeare competition for this region. The national competiton is sponsored by the English Speaking Union of the United States. The purpose of the competition is to bring Shakespeare to life by expressing his words with feeling, clarity and full knowledge of their meaning and intent. Participants memorize and perform a monologue and sonnet. For more information, please visit http://pages.cms.k12.nc.us/carrienagle/shakespeareclub.html or contact Mrs. Duff. Click here for the permission slip for Shakespeare competition.
AMERICAN MATH COMPETITION
The Mathematical Association of America sponsors annual competitions take a progression of tests. The goal is to strengthen the mathematical capabilities of students. The contest identifies, recognizes and rewards excellence in mathematics. Tests are multiple choice and problems range from easy to extremely difficult. Please contact Mr. Pillsbury for more information.
PTSA REFLECTIONS CONTEST
The PTA supports arts educations and through its Reflections contest encourages students to express their creativity through various art forms. Each year the PTA sponsors an art competiton for fun and recognition. This year's theme is "Beauty is...". Entries must be submitted by Oct. 21, 2009. For more information, please click here for the Reflections Flier. Additional info and entry forms are available by clicking here.
Last update: Thursday, February 4, 2010 at 10:09:00 AM
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