Recent Academics Site News & Updates

Speech State Tournament Information

Please be sure to read ALL the information on the Tournament website so you don't miss any deadlines.

In order to promote safety during the global pandemic, the tournament will be hosted in a virtual format this year rather than a large in-person event that traditionally brings students  together from all areas of the state to the University of Texas campus. All events at the tournament will be virtual in format. Students may compete from their school campus or home, whichever provides the most reliable technology and Internet. All rounds will be synchronous (live). We will be using Speechwire.com as the tournament management system and NSDA Campus/Zoom for video-conferencing.

February Academic News

Check out the newest Academic Newsletter which includes information on the Spring Academic Contest Plan, contest reminders and other academic deadlines.

2020-2021 Spring Academic Contest Plan

Information regarding Spring Academic competitions have been posted, offering a variety of options for hosting district and region meets.   
 
Spring Academic Meet information, including Speech, is in the Spring Academic Contest Plan. 
 
Latest information for all events can be found on the Academics Update page.

• CX Debate information including a qualifier reduction rubric and temporary rule modifications.
• One-Act Play rule modifications and waivers.
• Theatrical Design and Film entry deadlines and virtual awards dates.
• Student Congress state championship information.
• Robotics season schedules and event formats.
• A+ Academics event scheduling options.

January Academic News

Check out the newest Academic Newsletter which includes information on spring competition and deadlines.

UIL Essay Competitions Deadline is Two Months Away!

Enter one or both essay competitions today. You could become a UIL state finalist, become eligible for TILF scholarships, and win your school championship points. Essays are due February 17 and are submitted online here. 

October Academic News

Check out the newest Academic Newsletter which includes an update on fall competition and deadlines.

September News Update

Check out the newest Academic Newsletter which includes information on the Virtual 2020 UIL Student Activities Conference.

August Academic News Update

Check out the newest Academic Newsletter which includes information on all things needed to get the year started.

June Newsletter

Check out the newest Academic Newsletter which includes information about the 24th Annual Capital Conference.

UIL Academics At-Home Experience

Join us for the UIL Academics At-Home Experience. Participation is voluntary. This is not an official competition and will not lead to official awards or points. The goal is to provide your students an opportunity to test their knowledge and skills in our contest events that are aligned with their courses of study.