What is the Science Olympiad?

The Science Olympiad is a national event that seeks to enhance science education through events that test students' understanding and application of science. Teams of up to 15 students compete in 23 events that cover all aspects of science that is typically covered in either a middle school or a high school curriculum. Most events require that two students compete as a team. There are separate divisions for middle schools and high schools.

When are the competitions held?

Regional events are usually held on a Saturday in February or early March on a university campus, and the national event is in mid May.

Augusta State University will host the Georgia State Middle School Competition on Saturday, 25 March, 2006. Approximately 150 people from both the community and ASU will be involved in the running of the events, and 28 teams from all over teh state will participate. Dr. Bill Wellnitz, ASU Biology Department will serve as coordinator of the event. He can be contacted at 731-7993 or wwellnit@aug.edu
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Last updated on 30 December,2005