Colleges consider “candidates’ non-academic involvements and achievements at school and in their communities” (Williams College) when determining admissions.
The Latin program provides many opportunities for student involvement and achievement. There is a Latin Club, a Certamen Club, Memphis- and state-wide competitions, trips abroad and nationally-recognized tests and exams.
The Latin Club This is a time for students to receive information and updates on opportunities and to spend time with their fellow Latin students. Snacks are provided. Student officers are elected every year.
Certamen Club This is a "knowledge bowl" type club for all things Greek and Roman. Students will have the opportunity to compete and represent the school in certamen competitions.
The National Latin Exam This is a nationally-recognized exam. Participation continues to grow annually. In 2017, over 135,000 students took the exam, representing all fifty states as well as students from Australia, Canada, China, France, Germany, the Netherlands, the UK, Spain, Italy, Singapore, Taiwan, the United Arab Emirates, Zimbabwe, Ghana, Belize.
The Fall Festivus The Festivus is a Memphis-wide event held every year in November. Students compete in various academic and non-academic events.