African American History Academic Challenge

press release: For a 25th consecutive year, the 100 Black Men of Madison will stage the African American History Academic Challenge (AAHAC). The AAHAC, an educational program designed to foster self-worth and the appreciation of the African American legacy and culture. The African American History Academic Challenge is the longest existing, continuing educational effort of its kind in the State of Wisconsin.

The AAHAC is a challenging and fun way for students to expand their knowledge of African American History in highly competitive local and national competitions.

This year, the African American History Academic Challenge has expanded to involve students from the McFarland Area School District and Verona Area School District, in addition to the Madison Metropolitan School District.

Winners of their respective local competitions (in McFarland, Verona and Madison) will compete in the inaugural Regional Competition that will be staged at the Wisconsin State Capitol, 12 April. Winners of the Regional Competition will qualify to compete in the National African American History Academic Challenge at 100 Black Men of America 33rd Annual Conference, 12 - 16 June in Las Vegas, Nevada.

AAHAC McFarland, Thursday, April 4, 3:00 PM, Indian Mound Middle School

AAHAC Verona, Friday, April 5, noon, Badger Ridge Middle School, Verona. RSVP.

AAHAC Madison, Saturday, April 6, 9 am, Doyle Administration Building. RSVP.

AAHAC State Capitol Regionals, Friday, April 12, at 1:00 PM, Wisconsin State Assembly (West Gate), Madison State Capitol