ACT-SO is a year-long achievement program designed to recognize and support African-American high school students. It includes competitions in various fields such as STEM, humanities, performing arts, and business.
Language and Arts | Visual and Performing Arts
NAACP ACT-SO
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- Contact: act-so@naacpnet.org
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About the competition
Comp Info
- Estimated Ann. Participants: 10000
- Cost: Free
- Estimated Time Commitment: Significant
- Participant Format: Individual
- Competition Format: Original Submission, Performance
- Reach: National
- Event Size: Medium
Participation Information
Students participate in local NAACP branches, compete in local events, and top winners advance to the national competition at the NAACP National Convention.
Open to African-American high school students in the U.S.
Medals, certificates, scholarships, and national recognition for excellence in arts, STEM, and humanities
Students participate in local NAACP branches, compete in local events, and top winners advance to the national competition at the NAACP National Convention.
1. Participate in local competitions. 2. Top performers advance to regional and national levels. 3. Winners receive scholarships and awards at the national convention.
Study materials, creative resources, local mentorship
Based on creativity, innovation, excellence, and the ability to perform or present their project in front of judges.
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