Intellectual
Resilience.
At Hawking Academy of Science, we channel competitive energy into academic arenas where students compete against the brightest young minds in the country.
Academic
Competition
We believe that competition sharpens the mind and builds teamwork and intellectual humility that no classroom alone can teach.
Our students don't just study these subjects, they compete in them. We do not offer traditional athletic programs; instead, we focus on high-level academic contests at local, regional, and national levels.
Certamen
NJCL rapid-fire quiz on Latin, history, and classical culture.
Olympiads
Rigorous Science and Mathematics challenges at the national level.
National Junior Classical League
Certamen is a competitive academic quiz game rooted in Latin language, Roman history, mythology, and classical culture. Our curriculum prepares students to compete at high levels.
- Deep mastery of Latin vocabulary and syntax
- Knowledge of Roman history and Western thought
- Speed, precision, and performance under pressure
- Local, Regional, and National NJCL divisions
STEM Competitions
We support students pursuing academic competitions in their areas of passion, from high-level engineering challenges to prestigious scientific olympiads.
- Science and Mathematics invitational tournaments
- Engineering and technical design challenges
- Support for students pursuing unique academic interests
- Collaboration on complex problem-solving sets
Why Academic Competition Matters for College
National-level performance distinguishes applications at selective colleges. It demonstrates the study habits, content mastery, and ability to perform under pressure that are essential for university success.