WHAT IS ACT-SO?
ACT-SO is an acronym for Afro-Academic, Cultural, Technological & Scientific Olympics, it is a program to encourage, recognize, and reward academic and cultural achievements among high school students of African-American descent through local and national competitions. Competitive categories include the Humanities, Performing Arts, Sciences, and Visual Arts.
WHO SPONSORS ACT-SO?
Nationally, ACT-SO is sponsored by the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP), the nation's oldest and largest civil rights organization. ACT-SO also receives support from schools, community, organizations, churches, foundations, private corporations and individuals.
Locally, ACT-SO is sponsored by the Philadelphia Branch of the NAACP. Support for the Philadelphia ACT-SO program comes from the tireless work of local NAACP branch members and other mentors and coaches who volunteer their time and resources. Additional support comes from individuals and partnerships with Philadelphia area businesses, corporations, and educational institutions. The 2007 Philadelphia NAACP ACT-SO competition was proudly brought to you in part by the contributions of the following sponsors: Robert T. Archie, Jr., Esquire; Congressman Robert A. Brady (D., PA); Duane, Morris & Heckscher LLP; Frederick Felder, President, Felder General Contractor, Inc.; Preit Associates, L.P.; Sprague & Sprague Law Firm; Mayor John F. Street; and Urban Health Systems, Inc. We would like to thank all our sponsors for their continued support of us, as well as their continued efforts in facilitating opportunities for students to work toward self-awareness and development of leadership skills.
WHO FOUNDED ACT-SO?
Vernon Jarrett (1913-2004), a renowned author and journalist for the Chicago Sun Times, conceived the idea of an “Olympics
of the Mind” that would promote and reward academic achievers the way sports heroes are honored. In 1978, the first national ACT-SO competition was held in Portland, Oregon with participants from eleven (11) cities. Currently, over 460 NAACP branches from cities nationwide participate in the ACT-SO program.
The Philadelphia ACT-SO Program was launched in 1978 under the leadership of the late Honorable Alphonso Deal, President of the North Philadelphia Branch NAACP. It began with approximately 50 applicants and the Philadelphia NAACP was one
of the original participants in the inaugural national competition held in Portland, Oregon.
WHO IS ELIGIBLE TO PARTICIPATE?
ACT-SO is designed for high school students in grades 9 through 12 (up to 19 years of age), of African-American descent. Students must be a citizen of the United States and an amateur in their category of competition.
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF PARTICIPATING IN ACT-SO?
ACT-SO participants gain invaluable learning experiences that will assist them throughout their education. The challenges they face are made easier with mentorship and participation in a variety of enrichment activities. Students also receive substantial assistance toward the development of skills and enhancement of their talents.
Local winners receive certificates and appropriate awards provided by participating corporations, individuals and the Philadelphia Branch NAACP. At the National and Local levels, first, second and third place gold, silver, and bronze medals are awarded. The National ACT-SO cash awards are $1000, $750 and $500 in each category. In addition, winners may receive laptop computers and/or other gift items.
WHEN DOES THE ACT-SO COMPETITION TAKE PLACE?
The Philadelphia ACT-SO Competition will take place at Rock Hall, Temple University on April 5, 2008.
The National ACT-SO Competition will take place at Disney World in Orlando, Florida from July 30 to August 8, 2008.
PLEASE NOTE: to be eligible for the first prize local
awards, contestants must compete at the National Competition.
HOW CAN A STUDENT GET ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AND APPLICATION?
Students interested in applying should complete the attached application. Completed applications are submitted to:
Philadelphia Branch NAACP
The 2008 Philadelphia ACT-SO Program Competition:
1619 W. Cecil B. Moore Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19121
For addition information contact:
Kathleen Coleman-Smith, Philadelphia NAACP ACT-SO Chairperson or
Nelson Parrish, Pennsylvania State ACT-SO Chairperson, at 215-978-7500,
Philadelphia NAACP, 1619 W. Cecil B. Moore Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19121, or
Arrita Robinson, Temple ACT-SO Coordinator, at 215-204-7889.
APPLICATION DEADLINE:
MARCH 15, 2008
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FOR MORE INFORMATION
CALL: 215-978-7500.
2008 Philadelphia NAACP ACT-SO Program
ACT-SO is a program to encourage, recognize, and reward academic and cultural achievements among high school students of African-American descent through local and national competitions. Learn More:
For ACT-SO Form Downloads
www.geocities.com/philaactso/index.htm
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1ST Place
Sophia Hines – Poetry
Wiletta White – Physics
Ime’ Divine – Sculpture
Terrell Green – Oratory
Areeayl Goodwin – Dramatics
Shellby Wilkins – Medicine and Health
Chanel Holland – Dance
Dasha Savage – Chemistry
Jamesa Hines – Biology
Noel Scales – Music Composition
Jordan Thomas – Instrumental/Classical
Gregory Jones – Instrumental/Contemporary
Nathaniel Jones – Drawing
Christina Blakley – Original Essay
Leah Hawkins – Vocal/Classic and Vocal/Contemporary
2nd Place Winners
Poetry - Noel Scales
Arica Hurst
Physics - Reginald Johnson
Sculpture - David Lee
Oratory - Christina Blakely
Dramatics - Tyshae Price
Dance - Cazica Hunter
Music Composition - Brandon Bradley
Instrumental/Classical - Matthew Lipkind
Austin Lightfoot
Ashley Vines
Instrumental/Contemporary - Dahi Devine
Austin Lightfoot
Drawing - Natasha Reyes
Original Essay - Jasmine Rushum
Vocal/Contemporary - Shacara Rogers
Maria Tucker
3rd Place Winners
Poetry - Jerome Gallman
Kevin Williams
Dramatics - Terrell Green
Chemistry - Mughi Eltigani
Instrumental/Classical - Gregory Jones
Reginald Johnson
Najah Cavanaugh
Terrell Glover
Instrumental/Contemporary - Nicole Mills
Harold Ingram
Drawing - Trent Dunlap
Kalvin Arnold
Original Essay - Jeanine Baxter
Vocal/Contemporary - Noel Scales
Photography - Areeayl Goodwin
Filmmaking - Mikia Muhammad
Painting - Natalya Pugh
Honorable Mention Winners
Poetry - Eltigani Muhga
Dasha Savage
Jasmine Rushum
Noel Scales - Performing at The 2008 ACT-SO Nationals
Jordan Thomas - The 2008 ACT-SO Nationals
Chanel Holland - Performing at the 2008 ACT-SO Nationals
Leah Hawkins performing at The 2008 ACT-SO Nationals
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