Scribo Writing Contest (Excellence Through Classics)
A national creative-writing contest for Latin students at the elementary, middle, and high school level, run by Excellence Through Classics (American Classical League). Students submit original short stories, poems, or comics in Latin around an annual theme, judged by experience level.
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Medusa Mythology Exam (National Mythology Exam)
An annual national exam for grades 9-12 testing knowledge of classical (Greek and Roman) mythology, administered by Excellence Through Classics, a committee of the American Classical League. Students take the exam through their school and can earn gold, silver, or ribbon awards.
CAJCL CARCER Certamen Regional Qualifier
A California Junior Classical League regional Certamen (fast-paced quiz bowl on classical civilization, language, and mythology) tournament held each February, with separate Northern and Southern California competitions. Winners advance to the semi-final Certamen rounds at the CAJCL State Convention.
Catholic University of America Ancient Languages Online Summer Program
Live, synchronous online summer courses in Greek or Latin (plus Hebrew and other ancient languages) offered by Catholic University's Department of Ancient and Medieval Languages and Cultures. High school students are explicitly welcomed alongside undergraduates and adult learners, with courses offering up to four semesters of college-level study.
Aequora Latin Program at St. Francis High School (Paideia Institute)
A Sacramento after-school program, part of the Paideia Institute's national Aequora initiative, where a high school student site coordinator and volunteers teach Latin literacy, grammar, and Roman culture to local middle schoolers. Billed as the Sacramento area's first free Latin program.
High School Esports League (HSEL / Generation Esports)
One of the largest and longest-running scholastic esports organizations in North America, now operating under Generation Esports/PlayVS. High schoolers compete online in regional, conference, and national tournaments across titles like Rocket League, Valorant, and Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, with scholarships awarded to top performers at HSEL Nationals.
NFPW High School Communications Contest
A national scholastic communications contest run by the National Federation of Press Women with 23 categories spanning writing, photography, and broadcast media, including a dedicated radio/television category for student-produced audio and video work.