Competitions

Competitions can serve as a vehicle for developing talents and maximizing potential in all youth. A book has been written describing national competitions in academics, leadership, service, and arts for students of all ages.

Karnes, F. A., & Riley, T. L. (1996). Competitions: Maximizing your abilities. Waco, TX: Prufrock Press.


For ordering information, contact
Prufrock Press, P.O. Box 8813,
Waco, TX 76714-8813, (800) 998-2208.
Please let us know about additional competitions and your experiences with competitions by contacting

Dr. Frances A. Karnes, Director
The Frances A. Karnes Center for Gifted Studies
The University of Southern
118 College Drive #8207
Hattiesburg, MS 39406-0001
(601) 266-5236 phone (601) 266-4764 fax

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