MT Science Olympiad Coaches' Corner

December 1, 2024

Tournament Date • Tuesday, March 4, 2025

Countdown: 93 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!

Coach Office Hours

Attend virtual Coach Office Hours to ask questions and learn vital updates. This is an opportunity for coaches to ask questions of the SMRC staff, and collaborate with other coaches.

View Office Hours HERE

Hotel Blocks

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

Book Rooms TODAY

Student Webinar Series

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.

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.

View Corrections

Fundraising Resources

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

Learn More HERE!

Coming Soon!

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

Gianforte Family Foundation Supports Travel to Nationals: The Gianforte Family Foundation will generously sponsor a portion of the travel expenses for the winner of the Division C (high school) Montana Science Olympiad to attend the National Tournament at the University of Nebraska - Lincoln.

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:

Funds for Teachers: Do you New $3 million grant through SMRC will support dozens of STEM teachers in rural, underserved areas of Montana. Read about the grant on the main SMRC page HERE

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 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:

Virtual Invitational in January: the University of Georgia and Emory have teamed up this year to host a Division B MiniSO from Jan 25th to Jan 31st, 2025. The deadline for invitational registration is Jan 17th. Learn more about the invitational HERE

Subscribe to the National Newsletter: if you want to learn more about what is happening across the US you can receive the newsletter. Sign up 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 93 days!

Sincerely,

The MT Science Olympiad Team

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