Academic Games is a fun way for elementary through high school students to learn math, social studies, language arts, and logic using a game format. Students also develop courage, character, and poise in applying their knowledge while competing against opponents. There is one regional tournament per month from September through February, a state tournament in early March, and a national tournament (for advanced students) in late April.
For Mitchell’s first year, we will learn 3 games: Equations (math), Presidents (US history and US Presidential trivia), and Propaganda (recognizing different techniques of persuasion—this improves critical thinking skills and increases resistance to being influenced by advertising). All 4th and 5th graders are welcome to join (and also any 3rd graders whose parents also attend practices).
Practices will be on Mondays and Wednesdays from 7:30-8:30 PM at Mitchell, starting in mid-September!
Questions? Contact Mr. Karr or Academic Games Coach Vivian Lin at vhl@umich.edu.
