Univ. School of Lowcountry students take top prize in Regional Quiz Bowl competion

Middle school students from University School of the Lowcountry competed in the South Carolina Independent School Association Regional Quiz Bowl competition on February 7 and took home top honors. The students competed against Calhoun Academy, Dorchester Academy, and The Georgetown School, earning a 3-0 record and first place in the region for the fourth time in five years.

Team members include Charlotte Adragna, Bailey Chave, Kessler Kreutner-Eady, Caitlin Parkman (of Daniel Island), Conor Seng, and Leo Vaglienti. Fellow USL students Emma Bluestein and Mikhael Douglass served as mentors for the team.

The victory earned the team an opportunity to compete at the SCISA State Quiz Bowl Championship on February 15, where they went 1-1 against the eventual champion of the day.

University School of the Lowcountry (USL) is a non-profit, 501 (c)(3) tax-exempt independent school serving students from third through 12th grade. USL is a non-sectarian school for high-achieving, nice, curious students emphasizing individualized academics, experiential learning, and a strong sense of community. USL is accredited by the South Carolina Independent School Association and is celebrating its 11th year of serving children and families throughout the greater Charleston area. For more information please visit www.uslowcountry.org or call (843) 884-0902.