Academic Decathlon

Andrew writes his quiz answer in front of a large audience

Andrew raises his pencil to indicate that he has answered the question

Brothers: Paul, the former Academic Decathlete congratulates Andrew, today's Decathlete

My youngest son, Andrew, a senior at Bullard High School, competed today in the Fresno County Schools' Academic Decathlon at Central East High School. These Decathletes take a written test in front of a huge crowd of cheering fans in the gymnasium (no pressure there!) This year's topic was World War I. The quiz questions involved history, economics, art, music, science and literature of World War I. Bullard High School did very well in the competition. I believe they placed 4th in the Super Quiz Competition (pictured here) behind traditional nemeses University and Edison High and a rising star, this year, Central High School, in third place. May learning be a lifelong passion, son, and may you gain wisdom and insight into God's ways as you gain knowledge!

--Posted by Mama O.