Register for WorldQuest 2008!
Let your students
show what they know!
in the World Affairs Council of Oregon’s
Sixth Annual
WorldQuest Global Knowledge
Competition for High Schools
Feb. 23, 2008
2-8 p.m.
Lewis & Clark College
Pamplin Gym
What?
The WorldQuest Global Knowledge Competition is a team program presented by the World Affairs Council of Oregon’s K-12 Education Program, and was launched in 2003. WorldQuest programs are hosted by many other World Affairs Councils throughout the country, culminating with the National WorldQuest Competition in Washington D.C.
Who?
45 teams from schools in Oregon and SW Washington. Each team is comprised of up to four students, grades 9 through 12, and may be coached by a teacher, youth leader or parent from your school. Each participating school is invited to send one or two teams to show off their knowledge in areas such as culture, religion, language, landmarks, current events, history, geography, flags, and people in the news.
Where & When?
Feb. 23, 2008, 2-8 p.m. Lewis & Clark College, Pamplin Gym Program includes breaks for an ethnic meal together, a variety of cultural experiences and a chance to meet with International students. Each team receives WorldQuest t-shirts. 1st place: The winning team will receive a trip to a foreign country (TBA) in the summer of 2008, a generous gift from Education, Travel & Culture. 2nd place: Second-prize winners will have a chance to compete in the 6th annual National WorldQuest Competition in Washington, D.C. on April 5, 2008. The top three teams will receive an International Trophy to display in their school.
Why?
This exciting and fun new program is sure to add energy to the classroom, while helping to meet state standards and advance critical learning in the areas of history, culture, international affairs, current events. and more. In addition to meeting other students from around the state with similar interests, participants will discover the “world in their backyard” at Lewis & Clark College.
How?
Space is limited - please mail or fax the application form right away! The registration deadline is Feb. 8, 2008. Questions? Contact Karen Ettinger
World Affairs Council of Oregon, K-12 Education Director
phone: 503-274-7488
fax: 503-274-7489
email: karen@worldoregon.org
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