National Junior Classical League (NJCL) International Convention
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NJCL International Convention Mission
The NJCL International Convention celebrates the enduring legacy of ancient civilizations by bridging the past with the present. Guided by the 2025 theme, “Exegi monumentum aere perennius”—"I have built a monument more lasting than bronze"—we invite participants to explore the timeless relevance of classical myths, history, and literature in shaping modern culture. Through dynamic workshops, academic contests, and creative events, we foster a community where students, educators, and enthusiasts come together to honor the wisdom of the ancients, cultivate leadership, and inspire new generations to carry classical ideas into the future.
Event Schedule
Daily Tabs: Day 1, Day 2, Day 3, Day 4 (*Including time + activity)
Contests and Workshops Overview
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Contests Overview
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The NJCL International Convention will feature several contests for participants:
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Latin and Greek Grammar Tests: Individual tests where participants translate excerpts from classical texts and answer grammar-related questions, scored on accuracy and speed.
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Mythology and History Challenge: A team-based Kahoot quiz covering mythology and historical events from Greek, Roman, and Egyptian cultures, featuring multimedia prompts.
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Certamen Trivia Game: A live, quiz-bowl style competition on Kahoot where teams answer questions on mythology, Latin phrases, and historical events, with increasing difficulty each round.
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Creative Contest Submissions: Participants submit digital artwork, photography, or posters inspired by the theme "From Myths to Modernity," judged on creativity and thematic interpretation.
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Dramatic Interpretations: Contestants recite or act out passages from classical texts in either Latin or English, judged on delivery, stage presence, and interpretation.
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Workshops Overview
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Note: All workshop topics and activities are tentative. Final confirmation of workshop details will be provided to registered participants before the convention days.
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The NJCL International Convention will offer a variety of educational workshops for participants:
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Media Representations of Ancient Rome & Greece: Explore the historical accuracy of films like Gladiator and Troy, and how modern TV shows reflect classical influences, with live participant voting and discussions.
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Ancient Wisdom for Modern Leadership: Discover how the leadership philosophies of ancient figures apply to modern roles in politics, business, and social movements.
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Career in Classics: Scholars in education, museum studies, and archaeology share their career paths, offering advice on internships, job opportunities, and networking in the classical world.
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The Power of Ancient Languages: A linguist demonstrates how Latin and Greek influence modern language, with interactive activities where participants create new words from ancient roots.
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Women in Ancient Myths and Their Modern Counterparts: An exploration of female figures in mythology, comparing ancient depictions like Athena and Medusa to their modern cultural representations.
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The Timeless Lessons of Ancient Politics: Examine how ancient political structures and philosophies continue to shape modern governance and political thought.
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Mastering Ancient Oratory for Modern Communication: Learn the art of persuasive speaking, drawing from the rhetorical techniques of ancient orators like Cicero and Pericles.
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Awards and Scholarships
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Overview of award/scholarship categories:
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Overall Champion (Full Scholarship to 2025 NJCL Offline Convention in Ohio): Awarded to the participant with the highest total score across all contests, recognizing excellence in both academic and creative competitions.
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Spirit Award (2,000 Dollar Scholarship to 2025 NJCL Offline Convention in Ohio): Presented to the most engaged participant, showing enthusiasm and active participation in workshops, discussions, and social events.
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Creative Contest Award (1,000 Dollar Scholarship to 2025 NJCL Offline Convention in Ohio): Given to the participant who demonstrates exceptional creativity in their submissions for digital artwork, photography, or posters.
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Academic Achievement Award (1,000 Dollar Scholarship to 2025 NJCL Offline Convention in Ohio): Honors the top scorers in the Latin and Greek grammar tests, as well as winners of the Mythology and History Challenge and Certamen Trivia Game.
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*Given the strong interest from participants, we are planning to expand the number of available awards and scholarships.
Our focus is on making the 2025 NJCL Offline Convention in Ohio more accessible, so we are aiming to provide as many scholarships as possible to help interested students attend.
We encourage everyone to stay engaged, as additional opportunities will be announced throughout the event.