The Academic UIL competition is one of the most comprehensive programs in the nation, designed to motivate students as they deepen their knowledge, tackle important issues, and demonstrate mastery in specific skill areas. These contests challenge students to think critically and creatively, going beyond basic knowledge and comprehension. 

This year, Frenship High School sent over 20 students to compete in the district competition. Teams started practicing in September and compete in several practice meets throughout the fall and spring.  

Kami Miller, the UIL Coordinator for Frenship High School, stated that the dedication of the student scholars cannot be emphasized enough. Most of the students are self-motivated and the best way to prepare is to focus on studying their subjects.  

At the District Academic UIL Competition last weekend, the Frenship team performed extremely well, bringing home several placings. Twelve Frenship students placed high enough to advance on to the Regional Meet.  Advancing to regionals and beyond is a major accomplishment.   

“I am excited to take 12 students to regionals,” said Miller. “The students performed very well at the district contest and improved our total score by 137 points from last year. To be successful in UIL Academics, it takes dedication to practice outside of the set practice times.” 

Congratulations, Tigers!  

Academic UIL District Results:  

Prose 

• Drasti Patel - 1st place (regional qualifier) 
• Liam Byars - 6th place 

Poetry 

• Annela Camus - 5th place 
• Aimee Williams - 6th place 

Computer Science 2nd place Team 

• Thomas Wylie - 5th place Individual 
• Kristian Castillo - 6th place Individual 
• Cooper King 
• Caleb Verrett 

Ready Writing 

• Christina Keomany - 3rd place (regional qualifier) 

Calculator  

• Jadyn Sedberry - 3rd place (regional qualifier)

Accounting - 1st place Team (Full team qualified for regionals) 

• Bylee Autry - 1st place Individual 
• Danessa Cornish - 2nd place Individual 
• Danny Nguyen - 3rd place Individual 
• Chris Miranda-Gonzalez - 5th place Individual 

Science - 1st place Team (full team qualified for regionals) 

• Jerrick Polamares 
• Alan Scoggin 
• Angie Le 
• Thomas Wylie - 1st place Individual 

Copy Editing  

• Victor Leyva-Carroll - 4th Place 
• Melissa Pilhorn - 5th place 
• Braedon Kennedy - 6th place 

News Writing 

• Annela Camus - 2nd place (regional qualifier) 

Feature Writing 

• Annela Camus - 1st place (regional qualifier) 
• Jett Baker - 5th place 

Editorial Writing 

• Annela Camus - 1st place (regional qualifier) 

Math 

• Thomas Wylie - 1st place (regional qualifier) 

Journalism - 2nd place Team 

• Melissa Pilhorn 
• Victor Leyva-Carrol 
• Braedon Kennedy 
• Annela Camus 
• Christina Keomany 
• Jett Baker