Latest News & Updates
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Mar 8, 2026
United States Academic Decathlon announces 2026-27 theme
The U.S. Academic Decathlon® is excited to announce that the overall curricular theme for
2026–2027 will be Journeys of Transformation: An Exploration of Travel and
Transportation.
Feb 28, 2026
Classical Academy of Sarasota Repeats as State Champions
Congratulations to their three-peat as State Champions! We are rooting for them to bring home Florida's first hardware from the national competition in April.
Feb 15, 2026
Testing Changes for 2026-27
In order to meet the changing testing landscape and best prepare our students for life after high school, USAD will be making some life changes to match expectations of our students for colleges and vocations.
Jan 10, 2026
Medals with new Florida logo debut at all regionals
Florida Academic Decathlon held an art contest for a new logo, check out the new design!
Dec 6, 2025
Classical Academy wins the 2025 Small Schools Scrimmages
The 2025-26 season highlights star performances for the Sunshine State!
Nov 15, 2025
Florida students shine at Greg Jackson Invitational
The school year kicks off into high gear with actions and events across the nation.
May 3, 2025
2025 Nationals Concludes with a Bang
Over the past weekend, we concluded the 2024-25 season with the USAD Nationals Competition in Des Moines, IA. The Classical Academy of Sarasota represented Florida and walked away with a 4th place finish in their division, marking Florida's first hardware at nationals in over two decades!