Well, it's the last week before the start of Battle of the Books. By now, I have visited many of your schools, and I have to say that I'm so impressed with how well all the teams are doing. There are a few things I have noticed at a number of schools, so I though I'd reiterate them to you all here.
1) Please remind your kids that while the other team is discussing a question, you team may not talk AT ALL. This is a point that's in the rules; if a team is caught talking when it isn't their turn, a first offense will get them a warning. The second offense will get them a 2 point deduction, and a third offense will get them a disqualification.
2) Please remind your teams that challenges are only to be done when they are absolutely certain that a question could have two answers. Last year we did not have any challenges, and I am confident that the persons who composed all the questions thoroughly researched them. Please refer to the section of the rules labeled "Challenges". If you do not have a copy of the rules, please contact me and I will send one to you.
I'm looking forward to the start of all the battles! Once they start, I will be posting results every Wednesday and Thursday night. Thanks so much for all your hard work - the super fun part starts very soon!
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