The Sacramento County Office of Education (SCOE) offers a variety of academic and performance competitions that give students across Sacramento County exciting opportunities to showcase their talents and deepen their learning. From the rigorous teamwork of Academic Decathlon and the real‑world courtroom experience of Mock Trial to the creative expression of Poetry Out Loud and the hands‑on exploration of Sacramento County History Day, these programs inspire students to think critically, communicate with confidence, and engage with history, literature, and civic life in meaningful ways.

• Sacramento County Academic Decathlon—The Sacramento County Academic Decathlon challenges high school students to master a broad academic theme through ten events spanning art, science, literature, math, economics, and more. Teams compete in rigorous tests, speeches, essays, interviews, and the high‑energy Super Quiz, showcasing collaboration, knowledge, and academic excellence.
• Gordon D. Schaber Mock Trial Competition—Mock Trial immerses high school students in a real‑world courtroom experience as they argue a fictional case, portray witnesses, and present legal reasoning before judges. Guided by teacher and attorney coaches, students build teamwork, analytical thinking, and public‑speaking skills while engaging deeply with the justice system.
• Sacramento County Poetry Out Loud Recitation Contest—Poetry Out Loud invites high school students to explore great poetry through memorization and performance, building confidence and creative expression as they advance from classroom recitations to regional competition.
• Sacramento County History Day—Sacramento County History Day engages students in historical research and creative projects that bring the past to life, with top entries advancing to the state competition.