Alec Zhu of Shrewsbury Represents Worcester Academy in 2015 Massachusetts State Level National Geographic Bee

2015 Apr 16

Alec Zhu of Shrewsbury, Grade 6, represented Worcester Academy at the 2015 Massachusetts State Level National Geographic Bee. The Massachusetts State Level Geographic Bee Semifinals and Finals were held at Worcester Academy March 27.

Alec qualified for the state competition based upon the high scores he received on National Geographic Bee test materials.

Each year, thousands of schools in the United States participate in the National Geographic Bee using materials prepared by the National Geographic Society. The contest is designed to encourage teachers to include geography in their classrooms, spark student interest in the subject, and increase public awareness about geography. Schools with students in grades four through eight are eligible for this entertaining and challenging test of geographic knowledge.

WORCESTER ACADEMY

Worcester Academy is an independent co-ed day and boarding school for grades 6 to 12 and postgraduates. Our urban setting, diverse community, and innovative curriculum provide each student with unique opportunities for self-discovery, academic achievement, and personal empowerment. Visit us at www.worcesteracademy.org

For information, contact Neil Isakson, director of external communications, at neil.isakson@worcesteracademy.org, or call 508-754-5302 x135.