Three Northside ISD Academic Decathlon teams will advance to state competition after participating at the 2022 Regional competition this past weekend at Warren HS.
With a score of 46,304.7 points, Marshall HS placed first followed by Health Careers HS with 42,931.5 points. The two teams will advance to the State “A” Meet to be held Feb. 25-27 in San Antonio. The winner advances to National competition representing Texas.
Placing third was O’Connor HS with 34,475.1 points. They are advancing to the State “B” Meet Feb. 25-27 in Frisco.
The Academic Decathlon promotes student achievement by providing a format in which high school students compete in various academic areas. In addition to a seven-minute interview, a one-hour essay and two speeches, written comprehensive exams are given in music, art, language/literature, mathematics, economics, (social) science, and the Super Quiz.
In the Super Quiz Relay, Marshall placed 1st and Health Careers placed 2nd.
This year’s topic is “Water: A Most Essential Resource.”
