UIL Academics Student Guide 2023-24

UIL ACADEMICS sTudenT Guide

2023-24

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What is UIL Academics?

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Social Studies

Science

Current Events

Computer Apps

Literary Criticism

Accounting

Ready Writing

Computer Science

Spelling

Number Sense

Journalism

Calculator Apps

Essay

Mathematics

What is UIL Academics?

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UIL SCIENCE

Mrs. Maza Room B120 Wednesday PH A

UIL Science challenges students in the basic fundamental principles of science, to promote learning in biology, chemistry and physics, to foster a sense of enthusiasm about advanced topics and courses in the sciences and to help prepare students for the rigor of college level courses.

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UIL Computer Apps

Mr. Rice Room D210 Monday PH B

UIL Computer Apps focuses on word processing speed and accuracy, computer skills in database and spreadsheet and integration of applications. Skills tested include formatting copy, mail merge, headers/footers, editing, proofreading, spreadsheet, graphs/charts and integration of all applications.

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UIL Accounting

Mr. Figueroa Room B216 Wednesday PH B

UIL Accounting focuses on the elementary principles and practices of accounting for sole proprietorship, partnerships and corporations, and includes bookkeeping terminology, the work sheet with adjustments, income statement, balance sheet, trial balance, account classification, journalizing, posting, bank reconciliation, payroll and other items related to the basic accounting cycle.

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UIL Computer SCIENCE

Mr. Figueroa Room B216 Wednesday PH B

UIL Computer Science challenges high school students to gain an understanding of the significance of computation as well as the details of Java programming, to be alert to new technology and information, to gain an understanding of the basic principles of computer science and to give students a start in one of the most important fields of the Information Age.

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UIL Number Sense

Mr. Smith Room B215 Monday PH A

UIL Number Sense involves a 10-minute, 80-question mental math test covering all high school mathematics courses. Shortcuts need to be developed and practiced in order to compete and finish the test.

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UIL Calculator Apps

Mr. Rodriguez Room B213 Wednesday PH A

UIL Calculator Apps includes calculations involving addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, roots, powers, exponentiation, logarithms, trigonometric functions, inverse trigonometric functions, iterative solutions for transcendental equations, differential and integral calculus, elementary statistics and matrix algebra.

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UIL Mathematics

Ms. Young Room A213 Wednesday PH A

UIL Math is designed to test knowledge and understanding in the areas of algebra I and II, geometry, trigonometry, math analysis, analytic geometry, pre-calculus and elementary calculus. Questions are multiple choice.

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UIL Literary Criticism

Ms. Linsteadt Room A320 Monday PH A

UIL Literary Criticism requires knowledge of literary history and of critical terms and ability in literary criticism. Students are tested over material on the reading list, required to select the best answers involving judgment in literary criticism and to analyze literary passages not on the reading list. A tie-breaker is required in which the student must write a short essay dealing with a specified topic about a short literary passage

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UIL ready writing

Ms. Linsteadt Room A320 Monday PH A

In Ready Writing, students write expository compositions. They are given a choice between two prompts, each an excerpt from literature, publications (past and present) or speeches. Expository writing explains, proves, or explores a topic in a balanced way, allowing the argument and the evidence given to be the deciding factor in the paper. The composition is judged on interest, organization and correctness of style.

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UIL Spelling

Ms. Linsteadt Room A320 Monday PH A

UIL Spelling promotes precise and effective use of words. The three-part contest consists of multiple choice questions of proofreading and vocabulary and words that are written from dictation. Eighty percent of the words on the test are listed in the UIL publication Word Power, which is based on the American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, third, fourth or fifth edition.

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UIL Journalism

Ms. Acuna Room A331 Thursday PH A

UIL Journalism consists of five contests: News Writing, Feature Writing, Editorial Writing, Headline Writing and Copy Editing. The purpose of the League’s journalism program is not so much to train students to become professional journalists but rather to stress critical reading, writing and thinking skills that will be useful in college and beyond. It also teaches the basics of communications necessary later in life to intelligently consume information provided by the media.

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UIL essay

Mr. Boyd Room B317 Through AP Lit

In the Barbara Jordan essay, students an opportunity to explore the contributions of African Americans to Texas history, as well as honoring the legacy of its namesake, Barbara Jordan. The theme of the competition is “African Americans in Texas: Past and Present.” In the Latino History competition, students have an opportunity to explore the contributions of Latinos to Texas history. The theme of the competition is “Historical and Cultural Legacies of Latinos in Texas History.”

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UIL speech & Debate

Mrs. Brashears & Mrs. Villarreal F126 Monday PH A

UIL Speech informative contest is an exercise in clear thinking and informing the public on the issues and concerns of the American people. The persuasive contest should especially appeal to those who have a strong argumentative urge and who wish to advocate reforms or outline solutions for current problems.UIL Debate provides excellent training for development of skills in argumentation, persuasion, research and audience analysis. Students are encouraged to develop a direct and communicative style of oral delivery.

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UIL social studies

Mr. Green Room A113 Tuesday PH B

In UIL Social Studies, students are expected to master a primary reading selection as well as specific documents. Students will also need to be familiar with general knowledge social studies concepts and terms. Each year the contest focuses on a selected topic area and a reading list is provided online.

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UIL current events

Mr. Green Room A320 Monday PH A

UIL Current Events focuses on a basic knowledge of current state, national and world events and issues. The content consists of 40 multiple-choice questions and an essay question that challenges all participants to understand not just what is happening in the world today but why and how it’s happening and what it means to us as citizens of the US.

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UIL Academics

The purpose of the UIL Academic contests are to: 📚 Challenge Yourself 🤔 Think Critically 🌈 Unleash Creativity 🏆 Achieve Mastery 🤝 Collaborate and Connect Win trophies, medals, and ribbons in both team and individual events! Opportunities to compete at the District, Regional, and State level. 📢 Join the UIL Canvas Page 📢

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