STUDENT APPLICATION
Think you have what it takes?????
“Olympics of the Mind”
ACT-SO centers around the dedication and commitment of community volunteers and business leaders; to serve as mentors and coaches to promote academic and artistic excellence among students of African American descent.
WHY SHOULD I?
Unlike other extracurricular activities, ACT-SO provides you the opportunity to showcase your talents in a variety of fields including performing arts, visual arts, sciences, humanities, and business. ACT-SO will also provide you with tutors and mentors that share your interest, who will provide you with the counsel and advice needed for you to exceed your goals.
HISTORY?
In 1977, award-winning journalist and activist Vernon Jarret conceived of the idea of a national youth competition. Today, over 50,000 minority high school students participate locally with 2000 finalists in the national competition.
ACT-SO conducts annual academic competitions for students in grades 9 through 12) in the NAACP branches throughout the country.
Rooted in the firm conviction that people of color can succeed on ALL levels the ACT-SO program strives to create respect and global awareness for black scholastic and cultural achievement worldwide.
Benefits
If you’re still not convinced, here are the top 5 reasons why you should join ACT-SO:
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Meet, greet, and compete against your peers
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Learn Life Long Skills
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Win cash prizes or really great technology
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It will look great on your college resume
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We’re not just another boring activity. We actually have fun.
More Prizes
ACT-SO Gwinnett County Winners
Gold, Silver and Bronze medals
Technology – Prizes
Grants/ Internships
ALL expense paid trip to the National ACT-SO competition
ACT-SO National Winners
Gold, Silver and Bronze medals
Gold – $2,000
Silver – $1,500 Bronze – $1000 in each category
Awards and prizes
Students can compete in up to three (3) of the following categories.
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SCIENCE-TECHNOLOGY-ENGINEERING-MATH
S.T.E.M.
Architecture
Biology/Microbiology
Chemistry/Biochemistry
Computer Science
Earth and Space Sciences
Engineering
Mathematics
Medicine and Health
Physics
SCIENCE-TECHNOLOGY-ENGINEERING-MATH
S.T.E.M.
Architecture
Biology/Microbiology
Chemistry/Biochemistry
Computer Science
Earth and Space Sciences
Engineering
Mathematics
Medicine and Health
Physics
HUMANITIES
Music Composition
Original Essay
Playwriting
Short Story
Poetry (Written)
PERFORMING ARTS
Dance (Ballet)
Dance (Contemporary)
Dance (Modern)
Dance (Traditional)
Dramatics
Music Instrumental/Classical
Music Instrumental/Contemporary
Music Vocal/Classical
Music Vocal/Contemporary
Oratory
Poetry (Performance)
VISUAL ARTS
Drawing
Filmmaking
Painting
Photography
Sculpture
BUSINESS
Entrepreneurship
CULINARY
Culinary
ACT-SO students prepare continuously to perfect their craft!!! You missed the events below but sign up to stay informed BEFORE it happens.
We look forward to seeing you at the next event.
STUDENT APPLICATION
Think you have what it takes?????
VOLUNTEER APPLICATION
Do you want to mentor or judge?