Year at a Glance:​

Global Issues

Practice Problem #1 Due: October 24

Practice Problem #2 Due: December 19

Qualifying Problem Due: January 30

Creative Writing & Storytelling

Creative Writing Due: January 16

Storytelling Qualifying Video Due: January 23

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Community Projects

Cover Sheet & Intent Due: November 14

Proposal Due: January 9

Report Due: February 27

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2026 State Bowl

March 18-20, 2026

Top Global Issues & Storytelling competitors earn invitations based on performance in the qualifying competition. All eligible & complete Community Projects are invited as well. Champions in the creative writing event are invited to read their winning submissions on site.