Introduction: The National Junior Classical League (NJCL) is a youth organization for middle and high school students initiated by the American Classical League. The organization is dedicated to promoting the study of classics, and providing activities related to the classics, including academic competitions, conventions, and cultural events.
NJCL Convention: NJCL organizes an annual convention where students participate in various activities, including academic competitions. These competitions cover a wide range of subjects such as Academic Heptathlon, Academic Decathlon, Ancient Geography, Classical Art, Grammar, Greek Derivatives, Greek Life and Literature, Greek History, Latin Derivatives, Latin Literature, Maxims, Abbreviations and Quotations, Mythology, Reading Comprehension, Roman History, Roman Life, and Vocabulary.
The 2024 convention is scheduled to take place from July 22 to 27 at the University of Tennessee.
NJCL Online Exams: Apart from the annual convention, NJCL also hosts four online exams:
- National Classical Etymology Exam:
- This exam tests students’ ability to handle Latin and Greek derivatives and their usage in English.
- This exam is generally meant for grades 6-12, but students of any grade level are allowed to participate.
- Registration: September 1 to October 25
- Exam Administration: November 1 to December 10
- National Roman Civilization Exam:
- This exam assesses students’ understanding of ancient Roman society.
- This exam is generally meant for grades 6-12, but students of any grade level are allowed to participate.
- Registration: September 1 to October 25
- Exam Administration: November 1 to December 10
- National Latin Vocabulary Exam:
- This exam evaluates students’ knowledge of Latin vocabulary based on a specific vocabulary list relevant to their Latin proficiency.
- Registration: November 1 to January 25 of the following year
- Exam Administration: February 1 to March 5 of the following year
- National Hellenic Civilization Exam:
- This exam tests students’ understanding of ancient Greek society.
- This exam is generally meant for grades 6-12, but students of any grade level are allowed to participate.
- Registration: November 1 to January 25 of the following year
- Exam Administration: February 1 to March 5 of the following year
Eligibility
Varies
Submission deadline
Depends on the exam
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