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Kate Hope

The Academic Decathlon teams from both Magnolia High School (MHS) and Magnolia West High School (MWHS) had stellar performances at the Regional competition last weekend. Competing in their first year as 6A schools, both teams faced a highly competitive field and earned remarkable results.

MWHS earned an impressive 5th place overall, while MHS claimed 6th place. The teams’ strong performances were underscored by notable individual achievements, with several students earning medals in various categories.

MW Academic Decathlon Team

Magnolia West High School Highlights:

  • Nicolas Kahanek – Bronze Medal in Math, Gold for High Team Member Score Honors Team
  • Cole Dahlin – Bronze Medal in Economics Honors Team
  • Wesley Strunc – Gold Medal for Speech, Silver Medal for Interview Scholastic Team
  • Kaden Daniels – Silver Medals in Math, Social Science, Essay, and Interview, Gold for High Team Member Score Scholastic Team
  • Perla Arellano – Gold Medal for Speech Varsity Team
  • Daniella Perez – Gold Medal for High Team Member Score Varsity Team

Magnolia High School Highlights:

  • MHS Academic Decathlon Team
    J.T. Chappell – Gold for High Team Member Score Honors Team
  • Lilah Gosch – Gold Medal for Interview
  • Laila Edelmann – Gold Medal for Essay, Bronze Medal for Interview
  • Jeilyn Robles – Gold for High Team Member Score Scholastic Team
  • Jackson Morton – Gold Medals for High Team Member Score Varsity Team   and Interview, Silver Medal in Science, Bronze Medal in Speech
  • Jenni Trejo – Bronze Medal in Interview

The outstanding results from both schools demonstrate the commitment, teamwork, and academic excellence that each team member brought to the competition. Both Magnolia High School and Magnolia West High School are incredibly proud of their students' achievements.

These performances highlight not only the students' academic strength but also the value of teamwork, determination, and perseverance in the pursuit of excellence. Congratulations to both teams on their outstanding performances!