This story is courtesy of CA BOCES
Scholastic Challenge 2017 was held at Portville Central
School on Saturday, February 4. This
year, a total of 36 teams – representing 14 school districts -- competed in the
Junior and Senior Divisions. The Finals
were held on the stage in the Auditorium.
In the Junior Finals, Scio Central School placed second, while
Cuba-Rushford took top honors. In the
Senior Finals, Fillmore C.S. placed first and Ellicottville C.S was
second. Both winning teams were
undefeated in the day’s competition.
First and second place teams in each division received plaques to
recognize their achievements. The four
teams are also invited to attend the 35th Annual National Academic
Championships in Washington, D.C. on June 2-4.
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| Scio C.S. took second in the Junior
Finals. Coach Mary Zdrojewski is shown at right. |
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Cuba-Rushford Central School placed
first in the Junior Finals. Coach John Butler shown at back.
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| Fillmore C.S. placed first in the
Senior Finals. Coach Bill Kelley is shown at right. Coach Mary Kay Kelley is
not pictured. |
Scholastic Challenge is a fast-paced contest which tests
knowledge of academic trivia and current events. Teams of four students from grades 6-12
measured their ability to recall details from a wide variety of topics. This translated to about 200 students and
coaches, who participated in the double-elimination contest. Throughout the day, thousands of questions
were read aloud to these ambitious teams.
Spectators are also encouraged to come out and watch the competition,
which is always an impressive display of intelligence with camaraderie,
graciousness and good sportsmanship.The following school districts were also
represented in the competition: Franklinville, Friendship, Genesee Valley,
Hinsdale, Pioneer, Portville, Randolph, Wellsville, West Valley, and
Whitesville. The annual regional
competition is sponsored by Cattaraugus-Allegany BOCES Instructional Support
Services Student Programs.
