Mapleton Elementary 6th Graders to Compete in OBOB Regional Competition

Mapleton Elementary School’s 6th-grade team, the Sailing Odders, is gearing up to showcase their literary knowledge at the upcoming Oregon Battle of the Books (OBOB) Regional Competition. The event will take place on Saturday, March 22nd, from 9:00 AM to 2:45 PM at Roosevelt Middle School, 500 E 24th Ave, Eugene, OR 97405.

OBOB is a statewide reading competition that challenges students to read and recall details from a selected list of books. Teams engage in a series of battles, answering trivia questions to demonstrate their comprehension and teamwork skills. Mapleton Elementary’s team has dedicated months to reading, studying, and practicing for this event, showcasing their passion for literature and academic excellence. Those attending include 6th graders Liam, Isabelle, Henry, Syler, Diz, Angie, Hazel, Peyton, and David. The team participants chose Angie, Hazel, Peyton, and David (with Syler as an alternate) to represent them in the battle. Team coaches are Rosie Golden and Stephanie Grijalva.

Please give these students a shoutout when you see them, and attend the event if you can! This competition showcases a love of reading and teaches teamwork, critical thinking, and perseverance. Go Sailing Odders!