Minnehaha Academy Triumphs at Lūdī Rōmānī with 19 Wins!

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Minnehaha Academy Triumphs at Lūdī Rōmānī with 19 Wins!
Amy Barnard

Minnehaha Academy students showcased their dedication, intellect, and passion for the classics at this year’s Lūdī Rōmānī , securing an impressive 19 total wins! This annual competition brings together students from across the Twin Cities to test their knowledge of Latin language, Roman culture, history, and mythology through challenging written exams and spirited oral contests.

**Note: Photos supplied by parents and teachers. Photographs of some winners unavailable.

Our students excelled across multiple categories, earning top placements in both written tests and oral competitions. Here’s a breakdown of their achievements:

Written Test Results – Intro / Level I

A young woman with a medal smiles at the camera

Emma Gitobu

  • Roman Life and Customs – Emma Gitobu, First Place

  • Roman Life and Customs – Camilla Johnson, Third Place

  • Word Derivation – Emma Gitobu, Third Place

Written Test Results – Level II

Three students wearing medals smile at the camera

Paula Vavreck, Nolan Hughes, Mason McGraw

  • Roman Geography – Simone Feyereisen, First Place

  • Roman Geography – Mason McGraw, Second Place

  • Roman Geography – Alice Pitman, Third Place

  • Roman Mythology – Jude Knight, First Place

  • Roman Mythology – Alice Pitman, Third Place

  • Latin Grammar – Paula Vavreck, First Place

  • Latin Grammar – Nolan Hughes, Second Place

  • Roman Life and Customs – Hasset Kenaw, First Place

  • Roman Life and Customs – Nolan Hughes, Second Place

  • Word Derivation – Paula Vavreck, First Place

  • Word Derivation – Simone Feyereisen, Second Place

Written Test Results – Level III+

  • Roman History – Justin Libbus, First Place

  • Roman Mythology – Jenna Blakstad, Third Place

Oral Certamen – Level II

Three girls wearing medals smile at the camera

Simone Feyereisen, Alice Pitman, Hasset Kenaw

  • 1st Place – MAUS team: (Simone Feyereisen, Alice Pitman, Hasset Kenaw)

  • 3rd Place – MAUS team: (Jude Knight, Paula Vavreck, Nolan Hughes, Mason McGraw)

 

Oral Certamen – Level III+

Four students pose with medals

Jenna Blakstad, Neleh Thompson, Alexis Braunger, Justin Libbus

  • 2nd Place – MAUS team: (Jenna Blakstad, Neleh Thompson, Alexis Braunger, Justin Libbus)

 

Additional photos from the event:

a student sits at a desk taking a test
a group of students sit at a long table and smile at the camers
Four students look up at a screen with latin words
Three girls laugh while on a podium
Two students cut out paper images that look like they will make a Roman Colluseum
A line of students with friends on theirs backs lines up to race
Three girls in a pyramid prepare to race
Students peel apples and prep a fruit salad
two girls paint pots

 

We are proud of our Minnehaha Academy Latin scholars for their ongoing commitment to excellence in learning, and the joy and sportsmanship they entered the event with.

🎉 Congratulations to all of our winners! 🎉

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