By recognizing UIL academic contestants, schools reinforce the importance of learning.

UIL Academics  Contests:

Enhance classroom learning and improve standardized test scores.
Prepare students for college and work. Reflect every portion of the basic curriculum.
Develop self-esteem and self-confidence.
Challenge under-achieving students.
Teach important life lessons.
Help students grow as human beings.

UIL Academic contestants learn:

The importance of hard work.
Poise, self-control, self-discipline and confidence.
The importance of teamwork.
That winning is more than placing first.
That learning is an endless and thrilling journey.
Through involvement in UIL, teachers become better educators.