Escambia District Academic Teams Takes Second In Challenge Event

April 26, 2016

The Escambia County All-Star Academic Team fought their way into the finals of the 31st Commissioner’s Academic Challenge in Orlando before falling in the finals to Manatee County.

The All-Star Academic Team is composed of the top six high-school “quiz bowl” players in the Escambia School District. The students compete in rigorous academic competitions that focus on such subject areas as math, science, language arts, social studies, fine arts, and foreign language.

This year’s All-Star Academic Team consisted of the following players: Bryce Coots (senior – Tate), Meghan Kapur (junior – PHS), Lia Davis (junior – PHS), Samantha Brown (junior – Tate), Abby Lyons (sophomore- PHS), Lucas Liseth (sophomore – PHS), Ally Shah (sophomore – PHS), and Connor Zameska (freshman – PHS).

scambia County has earned six state titles, more than any other district in Division 1, which includes the 20 largest school districts in Florida.

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One Response to “Escambia District Academic Teams Takes Second In Challenge Event”

  1. Anne on April 26th, 2016 9:28 am

    AWESOME … Thank you Scholars for your hard work, studying and dedication.
    You are Outstanding Young Citizens and each of you is a role model for others.
    Congratulations to you, your parents and your teachers and mentors.

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