Bakersfield City School District Academic Pentathlon
The 2020 Bakersfield City School District Academic Pentathlon was cancelled due to school closures as a result of COVID - 19.
But, we plan to be back in 2021!
Bakersfield City School District
ACADEMIC PENTATHLON
ACADEMIC PENTATHLON
As part of the District Plan to Improve Student Achievement, the Academic Pentathlon has been implemented to challenge students and recognize academic excellence among students of all achievement levels. Established as an academic club on campus, the team preparation period is approximately three (3) months with the final team selected about a month before the competition. The special blend of education and competition offered by the Academic Pentathlon enables Pentathletes to:
Improve research, study, and test-taking skills
Enjoy camaraderie and support from teammates and coach
Enhance communication and interpersonal skills
Grow in appreciation for academic endeavor
Have fun while learning
Develop self-discipline and endurance
Gain greater level of self-esteem
Take pride in academic achievements
Develop critical thinking skills
GOALS OF THE ACADEMIC PENTATHLON
To maximize the individual learning potential of students through the motivation of competitive challenge
To provide schools with a vehicle to focus on and reward the academic efforts and achievements of their students
To stimulate interaction of schools, communities, and industry in support of academic endeavor
BENEFITS OF THE ACADEMIC PENTATHLON
Provides recognition for academic achievement
Motivates participation of all students
Emphasizes cooperation to maximize learning
Improves school/community interaction
Valuable long-term benefits