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School committee OKs Academic Decathlon trip to Los Angeles after state success

Mendon-Upton Regional School District School Committee · March 24, 2026

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Summary

The committee approved a trip to national Academic Decathlon finals in Los Angeles for students who qualified at state competition; staff said travel falls during April break and will not remove instructional time.

John Borja (speaker 5), who said he leads the Academic Decathlon team, reported that the team finished second at state and qualified for nationals in Los Angeles. He described planned activities — University of Southern California visit, sites in Los Angeles and educational enrichment — and emphasized the trip occurs during April break so no school time is lost.

A committee member moved to approve the trip; another member seconded, and the chair called a voice vote. The chair recorded 'Aye' and thanked the team. Borja said he would share a livestream link for the competition and ceremonies.

Committee members praised the students and congratulated the coach and team for reaching national competition.