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About Science Olympiad
Missouri State Science Olympiad is a non-profit organization that operates under the National Science Olympiad which is a national non-profit organization dedicated to improving the quality of K-12 science education, increasing male, female and minority interest in science, creating a technologically literate workforce and providing recognition for outstanding achievement by both students and teachers. These goals are achieved by participating in Science Olympiad tournaments and non-competitive events, incorporating Science Olympiad into classroom curriculum and attending teacher training institutes.
For
25 years, Science Olympiad has led a revolution in science
education. In the face of shrinking college enrollment in
science majors, falling science test scores and a nationwide
shortage of K-12 science teachers, Science Olympiad continues to
challenge, inspire and inform the academic and professional careers
of students and instructors across America.
Recognized as a model program by the National Governors Association Center for Best Practices in the 2007 report, Innovation America: Building a Science, Technology, Engineering and Math Agenda, Science Olympiad is committed to increasing global competitiveness for the next generation of scientists.
Science Olympiad Competition
Each team is allowed to bring 15 students who may participate in a variety of events in their skill set. Practices vary from monthly meetings to weekly study sessions to daily work as tournaments near. Science Olympiad competitions are like academic track meets, consisting of a series of 23 team events in each division. Every year, a portion of the events are rotated to reflect the ever changing nature of genetics, earth science, chemistry, anatomy, physics, geology, astronomy, mechanical engineering and technology.
Emphasis is placed on active, hands-on, group participation. Through the Olympiad, students, teachers, coaches, principals, business leaders and parents bond together a work toward a shared goal. Teamwork is a required skill in most scientific careers today, and Science Olympiad encourages group learning by designing events that forge alliances.
The prestige of winning a medal at a Science Olympiad tournament, whether regional, state, or national, is often a springboard to success.
More Information
Documents / Forms
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2010 State Results |
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Students Survey |
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Coaches Survey |
Resources / Links
- Resource Page
- National Science Olympiad
- Starting a Home-School Team?
- More to come...