MT Science Olympiad Coaches' Corner

November 1, 2024

Tournament Date • Tuesday, March 4, 2025

Countdown: 124 days

Registration is open for middle school (Div B) and high school (Div C) teams. Register a team today for the Montana Science Olympiad state tournament!

2025 Events

16 events in each division in Life Sciences, Earth and Space Sciences, Physical Sciences, and Technology & Engineering.

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Coaches' Kick-Off!

Wed, Nov 6th

Register for the Coaches' Kick-Off, a 50-minute webinar for new, returning, and potential coaches to learn and ask questions. The link to the webinar is emailed after registration.

Rules Manuals

Download the 2025 Rules Manuals from the National Science Olympiad and familiarize your team with the events hosted at the Montana state tournament.

Download HERE

Clarifications

The Official Rules corrections and clarifications apply to all states and all tournaments and originate at the national level. Stay informed throughout the season.

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Elementary Science Olympiad

Do you know a K-5 educator, administrator, or PAC interested in hosting an Elementary Science Olympiad Fun Night? Connect us via email.

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Coming Soon!

Visit our 'schools, coaches, and teams' website for upcoming information about:

Hotel Room Blocks: Local hotels have generously offered room rate discounts for teams. Check back frequently as additional hotels are confirmed.

Coach Office Hours: An opportunity for coaches to ask questions with the SMRC staff, and collaborate with each other. Beginning January, 2025

Student Webinars: 50-minute Q&A sessions where students can ask an Event Supervisor questions about the event. Coaches and volunteers are welcome to attend and observe. Beginning January, 2025

Museum of the Rockies STEM Night: A perennial favorite, Museum of the Rockies will again host STEM night, Monday, March 3rd with complimentary admission to the museum and planetarium, exhibits and activities by STEM colleagues, and pizza!

Visit our Schools, Coaches, and Teams Website

Other Happenings at SMRC...

Stay informed of additional opportunities at the Science Math Resource Center:

MSU Science Olympiad Student Club: Do you have a former student attending MSU? Encourage them to join the Science Olympiad Student Club! Find student club information HERE

American Math Competitions (AMC): The Science Math Resource Center is hosting the AMC 10 and AMC 12 for high school students in November and the AMC 8 for middle school students in January, 2025. Learn more about the AMC HERE

News From the National Science Olympiad...

Keep up to date with the latest opportunities provided at the national level:

Yale Young Global Scholars Program: Yale University is hosting a prestigious two-week experience, allowing Division C students from 150 countries and 50 U.S. states to experience university life, explore STEM topics, and engage with peers on a global scale. YYGS offers $3 million in need-based financial aid and scholarships that could cover 100% of tuition. The application deadline is January 10, 2025. Learn more about the YYGS HERE

The Science Olympiad staff is here to help you! If you have any questions, reach out to us at mtscioly@montana.edu or (406) 994-7476.

We'll see you in 124 days!

Sincerely,

The MT Science Olympiad Team

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