The World's Longest-Running High School TV Quiz Show!

Now in its 64th Season, It’s Academic showcases the best and brightest high school students 
from around the National Capital Region in a head-to-head intellectual competition. 
It’s Academic is hosted by Emmy-Award winning journalist Hillary Howard.

It’s Academic is grateful to its Sponsors and Partners!

Show Highlights

It’s Academic: DeMatha Catholic, Springbrook and Landon – November 16, 2024

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It’s Academic is hosted by Emmy Award-winning journalist Hillary Howard and produced by Altman Productions, Inc. in cooperation with DMR Productions, LLC and WETA.

Hillary Howard

Hillary Howard

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Episodes initially broadcast on Saturdays at 10:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. on WETA PBS and WETA Metro. Each episode will encore on Sundays at 4:00pm on WETA Metro, the following Monday at 3:00 p.m. on WETA PBS and 7:00 p.m. on WETA Metro.

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The Guinness Book of World Records has recognized It’s Academic as the world’s longest-running high school TV quiz show.  Founded in 1961 by Sophie Altman, It’s Academic has for over 60 years featured thousands of students from high schools throughout the Washington, DC region. It’s Academic provides a showcase for high school students, encourages intellectual curiosity and promotes a lifelong journey of learning and accomplishments.

Winner of many broadcast prizes, including eight Emmy Awards, It’s Academic is endorsed by the National Association of School Boards. By showcasing the achievements of teenagers from local schools, the show has secured a remarkable place in the history of television.