At Archimedean Schools, we believe that education is not only about knowledge—but about character, reasoning, and thoughtful engagement with the world. One of the programs that best reflects this mission is our Ethics Bowl program, where students explore complex moral questions through respectful dialogue, critical thinking, and philosophical inquiry.

Through the National High School Ethics Bowl involving more than 550 teams nationwide, Archimedean students learn how to think carefully, listen generously, and engage in disagreement with intellectual rigor and empathy—skills that prepare them not only for competitions, but for life itself.

What Is Ethics, and the Archimedean Ethics Bowl?

Ethics is the study of how we determine right from wrong and how we make moral decisions in real-world situations.

At Archimedean, our vision is to cultivate students who think deeply, speak thoughtfully, and approach moral questions with clarity, responsibility, and empathy.

During the 2018–2019 academic year, the Ethics Bowl began as a student club and continues to run in this capacity today. Students voluntarily dedicate personal time to:

• Collaborative preparation
• Case analysis
• Group discussions
• Practice rounds

The program has been guided by a single, long-standing faculty coach, Ms. Liset Torres, whose consistent mentorship has ensured continuity, growth, and excellence.

In recent years, broader faculty involvement has strengthened the program, including support from Mr. Solis and Mr. Towner, as well as the introduction of Ethics Olympiad, a new AMC elective expanding ethics-based learning opportunities.

Ethics and Philosophy: A Natural Connection

Students are introduced to philosophical thinking as early as 5th grade, developing critical reasoning, structured argumentation, and reflective thinking. In 9th grade, the Ethics course strengthens this foundation by helping students justify and analyze moral positions.

In the National High School Ethics Bowl, students do not debate to defeat an opponent. Instead, they engage in thoughtful discussions of contemporary ethical dilemmas—working collaboratively to analyze complex issues, consider multiple perspectives, and refine their moral reasoning.

A Record of Remarkable Success

• 2025–2026 (Ongoing): 1st Place – Palm Beach County Regional; 2nd Place – Palm Beach County Regional; Divisional Playoffs coming in February
• 2024–2025: 1st Place – Regional; 2nd Place – Regional; Southeastern Divisional Playoffs Winner; First National Appearance (UNC Chapel Hill); Ranked 12th in the Nation, 2nd in Florida
• 2023–2024: 2nd Place – Regional
• 2022–2023: 1st and 3rd Place – Palm Beach County Regional

For the past four years, teams have also received $2,000–$4,000 annually in monetary awards. In the last two years, Archimedean made history by competing against itself in the Regional Finals.

Why Ethics Matters at Archimedean

• Strong critical-thinking skills
• Respectful communication
• Moral reasoning and empathy
• Confidence in expressing complex ideas
• A sense of civic responsibility

Thank you for supporting a program that teaches students not just how to think—but how to think well.

Dr. George Kafkoulis
CEO & Superintendent of Archimedean Schools
Co-Founder, Founding Archimedean Parent