Middle College takes top honors at decathlon

Lodi Unified’s Middle College High School recently took first place in the San Joaquin County Academic Decathlon.

Approximately 268 students from 13 high schools in San Joaquin County took part in the event, hosted by the San Joaquin County Office of Education (SJCOE).

The competition began with students engaging in speech and interview contests on Jan. 23. On Feb. 1, the competition moved to Lathrop High School, where competitors showcased their knowledge of art, economics, literature, mathematics, music, science, and social science in a series of tests, culminating in the high-energy super quiz. Each year, all the decathlon events are tied together with a single theme. This year, the theme was In Sickness and in Health: An Exploration of Illness and Wellness.

Schools can field multiple teams, but only one Division I team can compete from each school. Each nine-member team consists of three students in each of three categories based on grade point average: Honors (3.75 – 4.0+), Scholastic (3.0 – 3.74), and Varsity (0.0 – 2.99).

Middle College High School received the Dave Sorgent Winner’s Cup and will compete at the State Academic Decathlon Championship in Sacramento, March 26-29.

In the Honors Division, Middle College’s Anish Ahuja placed second individually and earned a $200 scholarship, and Therese Rico placed third ($100).

Middle College’s Musaid Abdullah took first in the Scholastic Division, earning a $500 scholarship.

Chandler Clark was one of three recipients of a $5,000 scholarship awarded by the University of the Pacific.

Tokay High Parent Night

Tokay High School host its annual 8th Grade Parent Night on Wednesday, Feb. 19. This night is for the families of next year’s freshmen to come and find out what Tokay High School has to offer.

There will be presentations from students, teachers, club advisors, program directors, and coaches, so that students can learn about ways to take advantage of all the school has to offer. Counselors and administrators will also be on hand to answer questions.

The program will be held in

Tokay’s cafeteria with presentations beginning at 6:30 p.m. Following the brief program, parents and students will have the opportunity to “browse” through booths and displays set up especially for them. For more information, please call 3317990, ext. 340014.

Teachers College holding preview day for prospective students

The Teachers College of San Joaquin (TCSJ) is holding Preview Day on Saturday, Feb. 8, for prospective students interested in learning about the college and how it can help them start or grow their career in education.

The event will be held from 8:30 a.m. to noon at Teachers College of San Joaquin, 2721 Transworld Drive, Stockton.

The TCSJ is part of the San Joaquin County Office of Education (SJCOE) and housed within the SJCOE campus in Stockton.

In addition to providing information about TCSJ’s teaching credential programs, the event will be a resource for current teachers interested in pursuing a master’s degree in education, or becoming an administrator. The event will consist of a continental breakfast, information sessions, a question-and-answer panel with current students and alumni, vendor tables, and mock classes.

“This annual event is not only fun but gives prospective students the opportunity to learn about our programs and experience first-hand what our college’s culture and community is like.” TCSJ College and Community Liaison Katie Turner said.

TCSJ credential programs include the Administrative Services Credential Program, the IMPACT Preliminary Teaching Credential Program, which allows teachers to work as interns while earning their credential, and Residency@TCSJ, a second option the college offers to acquiring a preliminary teaching credential, where residents are placed with a master teacher for an entire school year while taking coursework.

The college’s six M.Ed. concentrations allow students to pursue a master’s degree in a concentration of their choice, such as environmental literacy or special education.

Those interested in attending Preview Day should RSVP online at https://teacherscollege sj.edu/Home/PreviewDay.