ARIZONA JUNIOR CLASSICAL LEAGUE

Quid est AZJCL?

The Junior Classical League is a national organization of students sponsored by the American Classical League. Composed of local and state chapters throughout the nation, the JCL is the largest classical organization in the world. Its purposes are to promote a greater knowledge and appreciation of classical languages, cultures, literature, and traditions, and to interest other students in the study of the classics. The contact with the ideas and members of other chapters distinguishes JCL chapters from local, unaffiliated Latin clubs. The Arizona JCL is a state chapter of the national organization. The AZJCL provides a means for local JCL chapters in Arizona to work together, and it also acts as a link between the local chapter and the National JCL.

2024-2025 Message from the AZJCL President!

Salvete!

My name is Carter and I am reaching out to you as this year's Arizona Junior Classical League President. The AZJCL hosts numerous events all throughout the school year for the students of the Classics. These athletic, creative, and academic activities engage every type of student and also provide them with the opportunity to meet other students of the Classics from Arizona.

Hopefully, at your school, you already have a Classics/Latin Club. If not, please reach out to me (azjclpres@gmail.com or our state chair Ms. Palumbo at arizonajuniorclassicalleague@gmail.com) about how to begin a chapter of the JCL. Having a chapter at your school is a fun way for your Classics students to enjoy a Roman potluck, create mosaics, or even play certamen, a classically themed quiz bowl. They will be able to create a community of like-minded individuals while celebrating the ancients. Students can take on a leadership role and coordinate these engaging activities and gain leadership skills for the future.

As mentioned previously, the AZJCL sponsors a number of events throughout the school year. On September 7, the yearly Salvete event will be at Gilbert Classical Academy. This morning event will be filled with classically themed activities, food, and students of the Classics from all over AZ. The Fall Forum, a one-day event at ASU sponsored by the AZJCL and the Classics Department, will happen in November. This day-long event will consist of presentations by local professors and activities hosted by the Solis Diaboli. Then, in March, our state convention will happen where schools will come together and compete in activities that challenge students creatively, academically, and athletically. Finally, there will be the National Junior Classical League Convention in July. This past summer, 1,200 JCLers from all over the US came to the University of Tennessee at Knoxville and participated in academic, graphic, and creative competitions while attending workshops, lectures, and social activities.

Not only does involvement with the Junior Classical League benefit students but it can also help create excitement about the Classics and increase enrollment in your Classics programs. We look forward to seeing you at the Salvete at Gilbert Classical. If you have questions, please feel free to email.

Valete!

Carter, 2024-2025 AZJCL President

azjclpres@gmail.com

AZJCL Schools

The AZJCL, for the 2023/2024 school year consists of the following chapters:

How to Join AZJCL

In order to be a member of the AZJCL, teachers (sponsors) must be a member of the American Classical League. Then, sponsors must register their students for the National Junior Classical League. Click on this link for step-by-step instructions. Here is a brochure to share with your school.

How to Join NJCL

In order to be a member of good standing of the AZJCL, chapters must be members of the NJCL. Click on this link for step-by-step instructions.

JCL Creed

We the members of the Junior Classical League, strive to promote the study of Greek, Latin, and ancient cultures.

We believe this study will help us examine the world and expand our understanding of literature, language, arts, sciences, and humanity.

We affirm the JCL experience develops leadership, fosters community, promotes enthusiasm, encourages competition, inspires dedication, and enriches our total growth!

JCL Song - The Purple and Gold

Seeking to learn, with wisdom our goal,
Looking for lessons through stories of old.

Searching the realms of the ancient past,
We study the classics' works so vast.

In knowledge, service, and fellowship, we're growing every day
The friendly hand of J C L aids in every way.

We'll join our arms and sing along
With every dear colleague.

And forever we'll hold to the Purple and Gold,
of the Junior Classical League.

Sheet music for choir

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