Brain Games Competition – 7th & 8th Grade

We are excited to announce the annual Brain Games Competition, designed to spark creativity and strengthen problem-solving skills in students across our region. Hosted by ROE #21, Brain Games is an engaging event that encourages teamwork, friendly competition, and intellectual growth.

Teams may consist of four students from their own grade level or from the designated grade band assigned for that day.  We do recommend your teams be a combination of the grades assigned for that day.  Schools may bring up to two teams.  Please complete a registration form for each team.

 

Event: Brain Games Academic Competition

Theme: Fantasy Fiction

Date(s): January 13-17, 2026

Time: 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM

Location: John A. Logan College, 700 Logan College Drive, Carterville, IL 62918

 

Participating Grade Levels:

January 13, 2026 – Third & Fourth Grade Register HERE

January 14, 2026 – Fifth & Sixth Grade Register HERE

January 15, 2026 – Seventh & Eighth Grade Register HERE

January 16, 2026 – High School 9-12 Register HERE

 

Regional Brain Games Competition:

The stakes are high, as the top six teams from each age bracket will earn the chance to advance to the Regional Brain Games Competition at Rend Lake College in Spring 2026.  The Regional Competition will include teams from ROE 12, ROE 13, ROE 20, ROE 21, ROE 30.  The event will be the ultimate showcase of academic excellence, where teams will compete against the best minds from our area. We invite you to join us in fostering a culture of intellectual growth, teamwork, and friendly competition. Brain Games promises an unforgettable experience that will leave a lasting impact on our students’ educational journeys.