Alumni Testimonials
Hear from real former Decathletes!
Sali Bekir
Years as a Decathlete:
2
Graduated:
2018
Competed at:
Local Competition, Regional Competition, State Competition
"Acadec was an incredible opportunity that I'm glad I didn't pass up! The impact it had on my life was immense, as the people I met while competing are some of my most cherished friends. I really enjoyed the time I spent with my teammates; all the study-sessions and times we spent together were a lot of fun! It was also really cool to meet competitors from other schools. It was a great way to form rivalries between ourselves to see who could outscore who. I still maintain close contact with a lot of the people I competed with, so Acadec had a positive impact in that regard."
Sarah Bohac
Years as a Decathlete:
4
Graduated:
2016
Competed at:
Regional Competition, State Competition, National Competition
"Academic Decathlon expanded my knowledge and intellectual interests beyond the scope of a typical high school classroom. It enhanced my study habits and prepared me for college and beyond. So much of my academic and professional success can be attributed to the knowledge and skills I gained through Academic Decathlon!"
Sarah Betancourt
Years as a Decathlete:
2
Graduated:
2020
Competed at:
Local Competition, Regional Competition, State Competition
"Academic Decathlon was my favorite part of high school and being apart of this program has helped me greatly in my professional and educational life after high school."
Ashley Abitz
Years as a Decathlete:
2
Graduated:
2019
Competed at:
Local Competition, Regional Competition, State Competition, National Competition
"It was an important turning point for me. It laid the groundwork for the person I am today. "
