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NAACP Proudly 2009 ACT-SO Medalists

More than 260,000 young people have benefited from initiative’s
development & inspiration since its inception

Talented young people from a wide array of disciplines took their place in history recently by being recognized as national winners in the NAACP ACT-SO competitions. ACT-SO--the Afro-Academic, Cultural, Technological and Scientific Olympics--is a major youth initiative of the NAACP. Gold, silver and bronze medalists were announced during the NAACP's 31st annual celebration of ACT-SO that concluded with award ceremonies July 12 in New York City, NY.
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ACT-SO Information

• 2009 ACT-SO Winners
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• NAACP Local ACT-SO Programs
  ACT-SO's success is due largely to the dedication of the ACT-SO local sponsoring unit adult volunteers, mentors and coaches.
• NAACP ACT-SO Timeline
  A timeline of the annual ACT-SO competition.
• What Is ACT-SO?
  ACT-SO is a yearlong enrichment program designed to recruit, stimulate, and encourage high academic and cultural achievement among African-American high school students.  The program relies on the dedication and commitment of community and business leaders who volunteer as mentors and coaches to promote academic and artistic excellence.  Through this collaborative effort, participating students develop the confidence and skills needed to excel in school and in life.
• What Are The Categories Of Competition?
  ACT-SO currently includes 26 categories of competition in the sciences, humanities, business, and performing and visual arts.

ACT-SO: Today's Youth...Tomorrow's Legends. "If you believe you can do it, then...ACT-SO!"

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