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Vocabulary.com Celebrates the Champions of the Fall 2024 Vocabulary Bowl

A Record-Breaking Season

In an impressive exhibition of word mastery, Vocabulary.com has announced the victors of the Fall 2024 Vocabulary Bowl, the largest academic contest dedicated to vocabulary enhancement. This season witnessed over 175,000 learners and 5,600 teachers from 1,800 schools across 75 countries showcasing their vocabulary prowess, combining to master 5.15 million words throughout the duration of this academic challenge.

What made this season particularly unique was the introduction of new competitive divisions. Schools, teachers, and independent learners were able to compete regionally and globally, thus expanding participation and inclusivity in vocabulary learning.

Celebrating the Champions

The Fall 2024 champion for Division I, which encompasses high schools with over 1,000 students, was none other than Saint Thomas Aquinas High School located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. This powerhouse achieved an astonishing 122,000 mastered words, surpassing their previous season by 11,000 words and leading the runner-up, Etiwanda High School, by nearly 50,000 words.

Aside from Saint Thomas Aquinas, several other schools have also marked their places in this vocabulary odyssey. Buckingham Collegiate Charter Academy claimed first in its division for the sixth consecutive season, solidifying its reputation as a leader in vocabulary competition.

Newcomers Making Waves

Amongst the schools earning recognition for the first time were Carnegie Vanguard High School, Millburn Middle School, Great Neck North Middle School, and Muscatel Middle School, who each took top honors in their respective divisions. École Jeannine Manuel from Paris, France, made history as the first international champion of this event, emphasizing the global engagement encouraged by the Vocabulary Bowl.

Division Winners Overview

• - Division I (1,000 or more students)

High School: Saint Thomas Aquinas High School, FL
Middle School: Millburn Middle School, NJ

• - Division II (500-999 students)

High School: Carnegie Vanguard High School, TX
Middle School: Great Neck North Middle School, NY

• - Division III (up to 499 students)

High School: Buckingham Collegiate Charter Academy, CA
Middle School: Muscatel Middle School, CA

Runners Up and Regional Distinction

This vocabulary competition also recognized the runners-up in each division, with schools like Sig Rogich Middle School and Saint Benedict's Preparatory School showcasing remarkable efforts. The U.S. Winners list featured schools from various states that excelled in vocabulary competition regardless of their size.

Notable U.S. Winners

Several schools, including Crossville Middle School from Alabama, Minto School from Alaska, and Sierra Verde STEM Academy from Arizona, distinguished themselves as leaders in mastering vocabulary within their respective states.

Top Rookie Schools

The Vocabulary Bowl also acknowledged new entrants to the competition, recognizing schools that made significant strides in vocabulary learning. Sig Rogich Middle School emerged as a standout newcomer, along with several others making notable impressions this season.

Looking Ahead

As we look toward future competitions, the Vocabulary Bowl's Spring 2025 season, kicking off on February 1, promises to attract even more passionate word learners who are eager to showcase their talents. This season will continue to feature multiple competitive categories, allowing for the same engagement and excitement around vocabulary learning.

The Impact of Vocabulary Learning

Paul Mishkin, CEO of IXL Learning, highlighted the importance of vocabulary in education, stating, "The 2024 Fall Vocabulary Bowl highlights the power of words to unite students, educators and learners from around the world." The vision for the future includes sustaining literacy development through participative learning experiences that foster long-lasting educational growth and confidence.

About Vocabulary.com

Founded in 2010, Vocabulary.com aims to redefine vocabulary instruction. With a unique adaptive learning platform, the site personalizes word learning experiences, helping students achieve greater success in academics and beyond. Through gamification and real-time competition, Vocabulary.com is transforming the way students engage with language and literacy.