Think outside the classroom
Facing off against other teams, students work together to answer questions across a wide range of topics. Students recall, solve problems, think critically, and sharpen teamwork skills. Competitions take place January — March with top teams in grades 9-12 advancing to the Minnesota State Knowledge Bowl.
Jan. & Feb. 2024 - seasonal meets
Feb. 21-23, 2024 - regional meets
April 11-12, 2024 - state meet
Throughout Minnesota, students in grades 4-6 challenge critical thinking skills and problem-solving abilities as a part of Math Masters. Sourcewell is proud to host these mathematics competitions.
March 7, 2024 - Grade 6
April 25, 2024 - Grade 4 & 5
Each spring the Regional Art Show showcases the work of students in a variety of categories including painting, drawing, crafts, mixed media, digital art, photography, printmaking, sculpture, and pottery/ceramics.
May 9, 2024
It's learning disguised as a game! The spelling bee is a series of contests starting at the school and district level. Through competition, students improve spelling and vocabulary skills. In the spring, Sourcewell hosts the regional spelling bee for member schools in the five-county service area. The winner earns an all-expenses paid trip to the Scripps National Spelling Bee.
March 20, 2024
Introduce your students to the world of writing at the Young Authors Conference. Student writers will gain insight into the power of their writing and the impact it can have on themselves as well as their readers.
Nov. 16-17, 2023
Central Lakes College - Staples Campus
Questions?
For more information regarding these programs and how to participate, contact Phillip Olsen, Student Academic Coordinator, at phillip.olsen@sourcewell-mn.gov.
Additional academic opportunities
The programs outlined below are not hosted by Sourcewell. (Includes links to nongovernment sites.)