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Student says Black History Brain Bowl helped them learn about ancestors, build confidence
Summary
A student told a meeting during public comment that joining the Black History Brain Bowl team taught them about their ancestry, required rapid recall and practice, and left them feeling anxious but prepared for competition finals.
Student commenter, a student who spoke during the meeting's public comment period, said joining the Black History Brain Bowl team taught them about their ancestors and helped them prepare for competition finals.
"I wanted to join the Black History Brain Bowl team so I could learn more about my ancestors and where my skin color comes from," Student commenter said. They described the team's preparation routine: rapid-question rounds, repeated practice and rereading material when teammates missed an answer. "It's like you have to be quick and know it," they added.
The student said they felt nervous about advancing to the finals but expressed confidence in their teammates. "I'm scared, but I believe in my team, and I think we're ready," Student commenter said. They closed by calling the experience lasting and positive: "It's been a very good experience in my life."
The remarks took place during the meeting's public comment time; no formal action or vote followed the comment. The student's account described the mechanics of Brain Bowl practice and the emotional experience of competing, but did not include details about the school's name, dates of competition, or final results.
