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    What is the "Aiming for the Stars" Competition?

    The "Aiming for the Stars" African American Male Academic Bowl Competition was originated by Mr. David Robinson, Jr. as a joint venture between Dimension U, Project Still I Rise, Inc., the University of Texas at Dallas and other community partners to engage African American boys in an all-out, dynamic academic competition.

    Each year through the African American Male Academic Bowl "Aiming for the Stars" Competition, we hope to:

    • Promote and encourage academic achievement among African American males.
    • Encourage teamwork, peer mentoring, accountability, and learning through academic competitive measures among African American male youth and adult mentors.
    • Increase male mentoring relationships with young African American males inside and outside the classroom environment.
    • Counteract the negative images of African American male youth in all aspects of the media.
    • Impact time learning outside of school for African American males from underrepresented communities.

    Since its inception, this annual event has included hundreds of participating boys that not only represent North Texas middle schools, but also numerous local community groups, faith-based organizations, and Greek-lettered auxiliary young groups. With the support and partnerships of local businesses, each year our academic champions and their team coaches are awarded featured prizes.

    The competition will offer young men, 6th through 8th grade, the opportunity to compete in a team-based competition. The teams earn collective points by participating in the following competition components - academic quiz bowl, math efficiency, and STEM activity.

    Each competition component is outlined thoroughly in the information packet sent electronically all to participants. the packet includes a scoring rubric to our registered teams and coaches.

    Our Values


    MISSION: This event targets participation from Black/African American male students across all Texas independent school districts. The event will engage 6th through 8th young men throughout North Texas in a dynamic and enlightening academic competition.

    AFFILIATES

    Proud to be partnering with these great organizations


    Project Still I Rise

    Project Still I Rise

    Southern Methodist University

    Southern Methodist University

    Sponsorship Opportunities

    Thank you for your Interest in supporting the “Aiming for the Stars” Competition.

    Diamond

    • Official event signature partner with exclusive event naming privileges

    • Event marketed as [Your Company] AAMAB

    • Exclusive branding on AAMAB website and related media

    • Name featured in dominate position on ALL related print materials and literature including, but not limited to exclusive AAMAB t-shirt.

    • Exclusive sponsor of award presentation for AAMAB winning and placing teams.

    • Exclusive VIP event host.

    • Option scholarship up to 7 teams.

    Platinum

    • Name and logo featured in dominate position on all promotional items including posters and flyers to be placed in high traffic areas (i.e., retail outlets, restaurants)

    • Branding banner on AAMAB website and related media.

    • Name mentioned on Public Service Announcements.

    • Option to scholarship up to 4 teams.

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    Gold

    • Name and logo featured in secondary position on all promotional items, including but not limited to AAMAB website, press releases, and event print material.

    • Name featured on event t-shirt provided to event participants and organizers.

    • Option to scholarship up to 3 teams.

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    Silver

    • Name and logo featured in tertiary position on all promotional items including, but not limited to event print materials.

    • Option to scholarship up to 2 teams.

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    Bronze

    • Name featured on AAMAB website, specific promotional items, and other related media.

    • Option to scholarship up to 2 teams.

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    Individual

    • We welcome gifts of all amounts.

    • 100% of donations go the support and success of the ‘Aiming for the Stars” Competition.

    • Option to scholarship up to 2 teams.

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    TEAM REGISTRATION

    Registration is now open.

    Teams who have successfully entered are eligible to participate but can not make any substitutions on the day of this event. We look forward to a great year of competition and wish every team the best of luck!!

    The bowl will take place on January 25, 2025 starting at 9 a.m to 1 p.m. The deadline to enter a team or volunteer for the African American Male Academic Bowl is January 15th. The Bowl will take place at the Hughes-Trigg Student Center, Southern Methodist University, 3140 Dyer St. Dallas, TX. 75205. The AAMAB is an academic tournament that invites teams to compete in a in-person format. Each team will consist of three (3) students, 4th through 8th grade, and one (1) team coach. The winning teams will receive special awards.

    Use the link below to complete the African American Male Academic Bowl (AAMAB) Competition Entry Form:
    Entry Form in Google Docs format
    Please complete this four-part form and submit:
    Project Still I Rise, Inc.
    PO Box 153272
    Dallas, TX 75215

    VOLUNTEER

    Come Join Our Team Thanks for your interest

    To sign up as a volunteer complete the form below and click Submit. Questions, please email Tanisha Shorter at info@aamab.org


    Volunteer Sign-Up

    Complete the form below.
    Please note: Although you are choosing an area of interest to volunteer, your choice may change according to the needs of the event.

    CONTACT US

    Event Coordinator: David Robinson Jr.

    P.O. Box 153272
    Dallas, TX. 75315

    info@aamab.org

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