NJCL National Convention — Certamen (Open & Competitive)

Best for: Students who want to take certamen to the national level and learn the standard rules and sources used across the NJCL ecosystem. Day to day: Students practice quiz-bowl style play using the official rules, question sources, and archives, then compete at convention as part of the broader slate of NJCL contests. Common pitfalls: Nationals-style certamen rewards speed and teamwork, so students should practice buzzing strategy and bonus coordination, not just memorization. Verify details on the official page.