What is the Science Olympiad?
The Middle School Science Olympiad is a competitive event for students in grades 6-9, featuring challenges across various scientific disciplines such as biology, chemistry, physics, engineering, and earth science. Participants compete in both theoretical (written tests) and practical (hands-on) events that test their knowledge, problem-solving skills, and teamwork. The competition aims to promote STEM education and interest, with teams advancing through regional, state, and national levels.
How does it work?
The competition is broken into approximately 20 different events. Some events require students to build and calibrate something to bring on competition day, others are knowledge tests where students answer multiple-choice and short-answer questions on a variety of subjects. These tests are designed to be hard, and students are allowed to bring note sheets with as much information as they can fit. Each participant typically chooses 2-3 events to focus on and all events are designed for a team of two students to work on together.
For more details on this year’s competition, check out our handbook by clicking here.
The event rules release in September each year. This year’s event slate is:
When do we meet?
Science Olympiad meets after Branches in Spencerport on Thursdays from 2:45 to 4 pm weekly throughout the school year. For Branches dates, click here.
When and where is the competition?
The 2026 Science Olympiad competition will take place at Calkins Rd. Middle School.
- Date: March 7th, 2026.
- Location: 1899 Calkins Road, Pittsford, NY 14534
- Time: 8am – 3pm
The first events start at 8am, and the awards is typically around 3 or 4pm. Last year we had a nice table in the school cafeteria and students were encouraged to bring games and snacks to have between events. It was a lot of fun!
Cost.
The cost is estimated at $75 – $175 per student for the year depending on material costs, which includes registration for the competition and a team shirt. Family account fundraising is available.
Interested?
We’d love to have you join us!!! Scroll down to fill out our interest form.
