With these funds I will register Turner Middle School for Academic Pentathlon.  We are already participating in the Academic Decathlon at Turner High School.  The Pentathlon covers 5 subject areas, while the Decathlon covers 10; hence the terms.  The Pentathlon is an enriching activity for students who enjoy engaging in academic competitions, sponsored by the United States Academic Decathlon (USAD) organization.  At the middle school level, students work together to learn more about a given topic in the areas of literature, mathematics, fine arts, science and social studies.  This year the topic is World War II.  I am interested in developing the skills to compete at the high school level by starting  the process with my younger students during middle school, just like the football coach would begin teaching the sport to younger students. or the orchestra teacher would begin string instruction at a younger age.  Teams must include students who are at "A," "B" and "C" GPA levels.  This requirement encourages students who may be curious and quick to learn who have grades that do not reflect their ability.  You can learn more by visiting the website:  http://www.usad.org/

If we are do well at the regional and state levels, our team will be invited to Minneapolis during the summer of 2017 to the national competition...and I will be completing another PledgeCents cause!  Please consider donating to this very worthwhile cause!

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