Science Olympiad

Science Olympiad is a form of a competitive tournament, a hands-on science, or an expert-filled experiment. Competitions can include academic track meets with a different series of team events in each division (Division B is middle school; Division C is high school). Each year, a portion of the events is rotated to reflect the ever-changing nature of genetics, earth science, chemistry, anatomy, physics, geology, mechanical engineering, and technology. By combining events from all disciplines, the Science Olympiad encourages a wide cross-section of students to get involved. Emphasis is placed on active, hands-on group participation. Through the Science Olympiad, students, teachers, parents, principals, and business leaders bond together and work toward a shared goal. Teamwork is a required skill in most scientific careers today, and the Science Olympiad encourages group learning by using design events. State tournaments are the Science Olympiad National Tournament, held at a different university each year. This rotating system gives students the opportunity to visit new parts of the country and tour colleges they might consider for their undergraduate studies, and provides a memorable experience that lasts a lifetime.