The prestigious World Scholars Cup 2024 began earlier Thursday with DPS STS School Dhaka as its proud host.
This two-day-long competition comes as a fun and unique opportunity for students across the country to flaunt their intellect and get a chance to compete at the Tournament of Champions at Yale.
Welcoming shining minds of grades 5 to 12, this competition is all about having fun and earning medals, trophies, certificates, and more, says a press release.
The participants are divided into two groups: Juniors (ages 10-13) and Seniors (ages 14 and above). Around 200 students from different schools across the country are participating in the competition.
The World Scholars Cup, hosting participants from over 60 countries, is a prestigious international team academic competition that unites students from diverse cultures into discussions on contemporary issues and ideas.
It is renowned for its challenging and engaging academic events, including Scholars Bowl, Collaborative Writing, Scholars Challenge and Team Debate.
The next step of this cup, the global rounds, will be held in Baku, Kuala Lumpur, Stockholm, Seoul, Dalian, and Bangkok across different months of this year. These competitions enable students to demonstrate their prowess in a variety of subjects and to earn individual medals and team trophies.
Dr. Shivananda C S, Principal, DPS STS School Dhaka, said: "Hosting the World Scholars Cup is truly an honor. It is great to see these young minds conquer the stage in their own ways. We hope that these two days of rigorous intellectual challenge and cultural exchange spark lifelong friendships that continue beyond the competition."
DPS STS School Dhaka already has a history of successful participation in the competitions regional rounds, global rounds, and the Tournament of Champions at Yale University. This year, as hosts, they are welcoming bright young students from all over the country to leave their marks in this incredible quest for knowledge.
