Rockford Elementary School hosted the district elementary school Battle of the Books competition recently, with 11 schools participating.
Each team is required to have at least six members but can have as many as 12. Ninety-three students were involved in the competition. These students read books from a list established by the state Battle of the Books committee, and then compete in quiz-bowl-style tournaments to test their knowledge of these books.
At the conclusion of the competition, Rockford Elementary School was the winner with a total of 179 points. Pilot Mountain Elementary placed second; Westfield Elementary placed third; and Franklin Elementary received fourth place.
Cornerstone Charter Academy in Greensboro will host the regional competition on May 7. The North Carolina School Library Media Association sponsors the Battle of the Books program for students, aimed at promoting a love of reading and familiarity with the best in literature for young people.
Martha Arrington, assistant principal at Rockford/Pilot Mountain Elementary, and Victoria Calhoun, assistant principal at Cedar Ridge/Dobson Elementary, organized the Battle of the Book event for the district.
“I am extremely proud of our Battle of the Books Team,” said Dr. Matthew White, Rockford Elementary principal. “The students spent many hours preparing for the competition. Coupled with their commitment to reading the books and answering questions, their excitement about reading and supporting their team made me very proud. I also appreciate the dedication from our three coaches this year, Pattie Martin, Lisa Freeman, and Nicole Newman. I know our team will work extra hard the next few months to prepare for the Regional Competition in May.”
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