These children's books authors have writing contests for kids who have read their books. The Hexco Academic products were first developed in 1984 to be used in studying for The Scripps Howard National Spelling Bee. These were soon followed by a range of products for preparing for UIL academic contests. Each sponsor organizes a spelling bee program in its community. The champion of the sponsor's final spelling bee advances to the national finals.
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This prestigious event will bring to the USA 500 of the most talented high school age mathematicians from more than 80 countries. The Olympiad will be held in Washington, DC, with opening ceremonies presented on July 4, 2001. A national math coaching and competition program that promotes middle school mathematics achievement through grassroots involvement in every U.S. state and territory. The goal is to encourage student interest and confidence in mathematics through solving worthwhile problems. Many students first develop an interest in mathematics through problem-solving activities such as these contests.