Academic Seminar

ACADEMIC SEMINAR                                                                                               Grades 10-12

Prerequisite: Enrollment is based on try-outs and instructor selection.

This is a two-semester class designed to prepare a team for the Los Angeles County Academic Decathlon, which is generally held in February. Capable 9th graders may be allowed into the class for the spring semester. Topics can include math, science, art, music, economics, social studies, literature, and a SuperQuiz. Additionally, students will write an essay, participate in an interview, and deliver a prepared speech and an impromptu speech. Students of all grade point levels are needed. This class meets daily and often at lunch, after school, and evenings.