Social Studies UIL

What is Social Studies UIL?

Middle School Social Studies UIL is an academic competition that challenges students to expand their knowledge of history, geography, government, economics, and current events. Through weekly practices, students strengthen their critical thinking, research, and test-taking skills while preparing to compete against other schools in Texas. UIL Social Studies encourages teamwork, academic excellence, and a deeper appreciation for the people, events, and ideas that have shaped our world.

Competitions:

Competitions happen twice during the school year. There is one competition during the Fall semeter and one during the Spring semester. Competitions are held at an SAISD school and students will compete against other middles schools within SAISD. 

Fall 2026 Competition: TBD

Spring 2027 Competition: TBD

6th Grade Topics: 

Texas Economics and Citizenship, U.S. History, Geography, and Economics, World Geography and Economics

7th and 8th Grade Topics: 

Texas History, Citizenship, Geography, Science Technology and Society, U.S. Geography and Economics, Science, Technology and Society, World Government and Economics

Past Meets