{"id":5802,"date":"2026-01-21T21:29:04","date_gmt":"2026-01-21T21:29:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thesummitprep.org\/middleschool\/?p=5802"},"modified":"2026-01-21T21:29:04","modified_gmt":"2026-01-21T21:29:04","slug":"academic-competition-opportunity","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thesummitprep.org\/middleschool\/2026\/01\/21\/academic-competition-opportunity\/","title":{"rendered":"Academic Competition Opportunity"},"content":{"rendered":"<p dir=\"ltr\">Dear Upper School Families,<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">We are excited to share more information about an enriching academic opportunity available to our students: the International Academic Competitions (IAC) Regional Tournaments. IAC offers engaging, age-appropriate academic competitions for students beginning in Kindergarten, designed to build curiosity, confidence, and a love of learning.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">\n<hr \/>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 dir=\"ltr\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"an1\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/fonts.gstatic.com\/s\/e\/notoemoji\/16.0\/1f4da\/32.png\" alt=\"\ud83d\udcda\" data-emoji=\"\ud83d\udcda\" aria-label=\"\ud83d\udcda\" \/>\u00a0What Is International Academic Competitions (IAC)?<\/h3>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">International Academic Competitions is a global organization that hosts academic events in subjects such as science, geography, and history. Competitions are fast-paced and fun, using buzzer-style questions that encourage critical thinking, teamwork, and academic confidence.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">\n<hr \/>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 dir=\"ltr\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"an1\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/fonts.gstatic.com\/s\/e\/notoemoji\/16.0\/1f3c6\/32.png\" alt=\"\ud83c\udfc6\" data-emoji=\"\ud83c\udfc6\" aria-label=\"\ud83c\udfc6\" \/>\u00a0What Are the IAC Regionals?<\/h3>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">The Regional Tournament is an in-person competition where students represent their school and compete with peers from other schools in our area. Events are developmentally appropriate and supportive, making them a great introduction to academic competitions for younger students.\u00a0This year, The Summit is excited to be the host school for the Regional competition on Saturday, February 21, 2026.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">\n<hr \/>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 dir=\"ltr\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"an1\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/fonts.gstatic.com\/s\/e\/notoemoji\/16.0\/1f9e0\/32.png\" alt=\"\ud83e\udde0\" data-emoji=\"\ud83e\udde0\" aria-label=\"\ud83e\udde0\" \/>\u00a0How Do Students Qualify?<\/h3>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">For Interested Lower &amp; Middle School Students (Kindergarten\u20138th Grade):<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">All students must complete a free online qualifying exam in order to participate in IAC Regionals.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">&#8211; Group Qualifying Exam Date:\u00a0Friday, January 30, during the school day<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">&#8211; The Summit will host and administer the exam on campus.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">&#8211; After the exam, qualifying students will receive an ID number, which allows families to complete the $50 Bee registration for the Regional Tournament.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"an1\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/fonts.gstatic.com\/s\/e\/notoemoji\/16.0\/1f449\/32.png\" alt=\"\ud83d\udc49\" data-emoji=\"\ud83d\udc49\" aria-label=\"\ud83d\udc49\" \/>\u00a0Qualifying Exam Sign-Up Form:<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLSdaNFJ6SI-zPv4zulKm1NrD1CBNvIhmQ9ygnJy06GLhFUK36g\/viewform?usp=header\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLSdaNFJ6SI-zPv4zulKm1NrD1CBNvIhmQ9ygnJy06GLhFUK36g\/viewform?usp%3Dheader&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1769117105959000&amp;usg=AOvVaw0_cRASt_KGLmAH_p5rvNpf\">https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/<wbr \/>d\/e\/1FAIpQLSdaNFJ6SI-<wbr \/>zPv4zulKm1NrD1CBNvIhmQ9ygnJy06<wbr \/>GLhFUK36g\/viewform?usp=header<\/a><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">For interested High School Students (9th-12th Grade):<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">&#8211; High School Students do not need to complete the online qualifying exam, and instead can register directly to be in any of the regional competitions.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">&#8211; Families can directly register through the regional competition page with a fee of $50 per bee:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.iacompetitions.com\/event\/ozark\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/www.iacompetitions.com\/event\/ozark\/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1769117105959000&amp;usg=AOvVaw3rAKBA-GLjWpqpmDrNHmQQ\">https:\/\/www.iacompetitions.<wbr \/>com\/event\/ozark\/<\/a><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">\n<hr \/>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 dir=\"ltr\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"an1\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/fonts.gstatic.com\/s\/e\/notoemoji\/16.0\/1f4d8\/32.png\" alt=\"\ud83d\udcd8\" data-emoji=\"\ud83d\udcd8\" aria-label=\"\ud83d\udcd8\" \/>\u00a0Preparing for the Qualifying Exam: Study Resources<\/h3>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">IAC provides excellent, family-friendly study materials to help students prepare:<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">&#8211; Study Guides (including national and regional topics):<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.iacompetitions.com\/study-guides\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/www.iacompetitions.com\/study-guides\/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1769117105959000&amp;usg=AOvVaw2NeElhSRnQP0b5wRGjb-gW\">https:\/\/www.iacompetitions.<wbr \/>com\/study-guides\/<\/a>\u00a0 &#8211; note the\u00a0white\u00a0set for our regional competition<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">&#8211; Study Guides from Past Years (organized by subject and year):<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.iacompetitions.com\/study-guides-from-past-years\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/www.iacompetitions.com\/study-guides-from-past-years\/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1769117105959000&amp;usg=AOvVaw0YR6-PEi1kRvkQOe235uIp\">https:\/\/www.iacompetitions.<wbr \/>com\/study-guides-from-past-<wbr \/>years\/<\/a><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Mrs. Blair Verney is also hosting an after-school club this session to help students prepare. &#8211; Reach out to\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:bverney@thesummitprep.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">bverney@thesummitprep.org<\/a>\u00a0or\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:ajones@thesummitprep.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ajones@thesummitprep.org<\/a>\u00a0for more information.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">These resources are optional but helpful, especially for students new to academic competitions.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">\n<hr \/>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 dir=\"ltr\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"an1\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/fonts.gstatic.com\/s\/e\/notoemoji\/16.0\/2753\/32.png\" alt=\"\u2753\" data-emoji=\"\u2753\" aria-label=\"\u2753\" \/>\u00a0Frequently Asked Questions<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">Do students need prior competition experience?<br \/>\nNo. Many students participate for the first time through IAC. The format is welcoming and supportive, especially for younger students.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">Is there a cost to take the qualifying exam?<br \/>\nNo. The qualifying exam is free. There is a $50 registration fee per Bee for students who qualify and choose to participate in the Regional Tournament.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">Which competitions (Bees) are available?<br \/>\nStudents may qualify to participate in the following events: National Science Bee, National History Bee, and National Geography Bee.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">What happens after Regionals?<br \/>\nTop-performing students may be eligible for National Championships later in the year.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">More details on the regional tournament, including the schedule can be found here:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.iacompetitions.com\/event\/ozark\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/www.iacompetitions.com\/event\/ozark\/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1769117105959000&amp;usg=AOvVaw3rAKBA-GLjWpqpmDrNHmQQ\">https:\/\/www.iacompetitions.<wbr \/>com\/event\/ozark\/<\/a><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">For additional questions, families may also explore the full IAC FAQ page here:<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.iacompetitions.com\/frequently-asked-questions\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/www.iacompetitions.com\/frequently-asked-questions\/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1769117105959000&amp;usg=AOvVaw0ek5wMs0uvxXm7ce_Pqkn3\">https:\/\/www.iacompetitions.<wbr \/>com\/frequently-asked-<wbr \/>questions\/<\/a><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">\n<hr \/>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">We look forward to supporting our students as they explore this exciting academic opportunity. Please don\u2019t hesitate to reach out with questions.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Dear Upper School Families, We are excited to share more information about an enriching academic opportunity available to our students: the International Academic Competitions (IAC) Regional Tournaments. IAC offers engaging, age-appropriate academic competitions for students beginning in Kindergarten, designed to build curiosity, confidence, and a love of learning. &nbsp; \u00a0What Is International Academic Competitions (IAC)? 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