Student participation in social studies programs and competitions can enhance learning experiences within the content areas as well as provide opportunities to improve research, writing, and communication skills.
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Annual Programs and Competitions
We the People
State Competition in December
Scholars of Distinction
Apply in December
Youth Day at the Capitol
Event in March
Geography Bee
State Competition in April
Economics Challenge
State Competition in April
Personal Finance Decathlon
State Competition in April
History Day
State Competition in May
Project Citizen
State Competition in May
World Food Prize
Event in May
Global Food Challenge
Deadline in June
Summer Economics Institute for College Readiness
June
Internship Opportunities
Historical Society Teen Gallery Assistants
Scholars of Distinction Program
The Scholars of Distinction Program recognizes students who have demonstrated outstanding ability in civics, economics, geography, or history. To earn this recognition, students must complete required work in the Minnesota Academic Standards, demonstrate mastery of complex subject matter and apply their knowledge to challenging projects.