Enroll today for the Annual OK Science Olympiad Training Conference October 13th

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     The 2018-19 Oklahoma Science Olympiad Training Conference is  Saturday, October 13 in Howell Hall on the campus of the University of Central Oklahoma.   Registration for the training is now open at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/SOtraining19
     We will start promptly at 8 AM with introductions and housekeeping in Howell Hall 201.  All participants will be together for the morning sessions as we will review the events that have both a Division B and Division C version.
     Presentations are approximately 15 minutes in length and present a quick overview of the events in terms of expectations and scoring.  Most of the presenters are the event supervisors for these events.
     We will have a working lunch (provided) where Coaches will participate in a panel discussion featuring three experienced coaches who will offer advice and insight into the Science Olympiad coaching process as well as be available for questions.  Non-coaching Event Supervisors will also have a working lunch where the discussion will focus of the art and science of event supervising and mentoring as well as Science Olympiad policies and procedures.
     After lunch we will divide into groups based upon Divisions.  These event presentations will concentrate on those events that are exclusive to Division B and to Division C.
     Please remember that Science Olympiad is paperless.  There are no printed manuals as in the past.  Obtain your copy of the rules manual by following this link:  2019 Rules Manuals  and agreeing to join the Science Olympiad. Download and bring them on your device.

     You can still join the Oklahoma Science Olympiad and enroll your team(s) for the 2018-19 school year at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/enrollment19

   Cost for the school year is the national membership fee of $60 plus $40 for the state fee for the first team from a school.  The state fee is waived for subsequent teams from the same school.
The address to send all Purchase Orders and Checks is:
Science Olympiad
University of Central Oklahoma
Campus Box 177
100 N. University Drive
Edmond OK 73034

Science Olympiad In the News

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An article in the latest issue of NSELA’s Science Educator magazine regarding the alignment of Math Standards to Science Olympiad events – the conclusion says it all!
“The findings in this study indicate there is a significant level of math content found in both divisions of Science Olympiad. What may be more significant is that the mathematics within these events demonstrate high Depth of Knowledge levels. Specifically, events which require students to engage in analysis, synthesis, and generalizability of results over time are particularly demanding since student are to produce new knowledge. The Division B and C events of Science Olympiad create a passion for learning science by supporting middle and high school science and math content with an emphasis on teamwork and commitment to academic excellence.”
Also attached are links to Amanda Baker’s recent article in Scientific American about the Science Olympiad Alumni movement and links to three clips from across the US covering Science Olympiad teams in the Cincinnati Enquirer, the Daily Coloradan and the New Jersey Star Ledger.

2018-19 Oklahoma Science Olympiad Key Dates:

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These are the confirmed dates for the 2018-19 Oklahoma Science Olympiad tournament season:
  • December 1st – Jenks Math and Science Center, Jenks High School
  • January 19th – Putnam City High School
  • February 23rd – Southeastern Oklahoma State University
  • April 6th – State Tournament @ University of Central Oklahoma
  • Coach/ Event Supervisor Training – October 13th @ UCO
  • The Science Olympiad store with all new 2019 material opens Tuesday, September 4, 2018.  https://store.soinc.org/us/page/Welcome

Ready, Set…

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Yes, It’s time to start the 2018-19 edition of the Oklahoma Science Olympiad.

Begin by enrolling your team(s) in the Science Olympiad. The 2018-19 fee for Oklahoma Science Olympiad membership is $100 per year per team. ($60 for membership in the National Science Olympiad, $40 for membership in the Oklahoma Science Olympiad).
Individual schools may enroll multiple teams for membership in the Science Olympiad. Each additional team must have a separate paid national membership ($60) in order to compete in any state or local Science Olympiad tournament. The $40 state fee is waived for teams 2 through n for a particular school. Deadline for enrollment is December 31, 2018.
Remember that only paid member teams can compete in Science Olympiad tournaments.  Each team can bring no more that 15 students to tournament.  Please consult the Science Olympiad rules for additional details as to grade requirements for Division B and Division C teams as there are restrictions and limitations.

The 2018-19 Oklahoma Science Olympiad Enrollment form is found here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/enrollment19

The address to send all Purchase Orders and Checks is:
Science Olympiad
University of Central Oklahoma
Campus Box 177
100 N. University Drive
Edmond OK 73034
Attn: Sharon Kelting
Please be sure to print a copy of the enrollment form to include with your Purchase Order/Check.
Enroll today and be one of the 7800+ teams that participate in Science Olympiad each year.
Any questions regarding your enrollment or fees, etc. should be directed to: bmelton6@uco.edu
2018-19 events are:

2018 Season Ends with an Outstanding State Tournament

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UCO was once again the site of the Oklahoma Science Olympiad State Tournament with 32 teams competing for the honor of representing Oklahoma at the national competition in May in Fort Collins, Colorado.  Thanks to all of the members schools and the Coaches and students who worked so hard and gave their best efforts to the Science Olympiad this year. Thanks also go to over 60 volunteers who served as Event Supervisors, event helpers, clerical staff, and tournament managers at the State Tournament.  None of the tournament can take place without these fine folks who devote there time, talent, and expertise to work together to produce this great event. Special thanks goes to Dr. Beth Allan, who serves as the Tournament Director and coordinates most of the facility and local talent logistics of the tournament.  She knows who to call when participants are locked out of their room and makes sure we have the spaces needed to operate the events.  Finally, we have two thank the University of Central Oklahoma and the College of Math and Science which serves as host, and now the home of the Oklahoma Science Olympiad.

Your Tournament Check-in and scoring team. From the left: Valeria Perez, Jannette Gable, Keely Chapman, Brenda Chapman.

Lunch for volunteers provided through generous donation from Potbelly restaurants on Oklahoma. The Potbelly restaurant chain is a partner on the national Science Olympiad and provides fundraising opportunities for Science Olympiad teams.

The early morning calm before the science storm.

Division B Champion Casady Middle School

Division C Champion Casady Upper School.

Invitational Tournament #2 – Putnam City @ PC North, January 27th

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Welcome to 2018 and the second state-wide invitational tournament of the school year.  This time we meet at Putnam City North High School, 11800 N. Rockwell in Oklahoma City. Find the location and map your route on Google Map: https://goo.gl/maps/zFUicWBKxf12

Team check-in will open at 7 AM and the first events begin at 8,  The last event ends at 4:30 and the awards ceremony starts shortly thereafter.  Specific details for Coaches and Event Supervisors are found on the Oklahoma Science Olympiad Basecamp.

Make sure your calendar includes the next Oklahoma Tournaments: February 24th at Southeastern Oklahoma State University in Durant and the State Science Olympiad Tournament on March 31st at the University of Central Oklahoma in Edmond.