Science Olympiad

Science Olympiad at Andover Middle and High School

What is Science Olympiad? Science Olympiad is an after-school, competitive club focusing in the various disciplines of science. Teams compete against other area schools at a Regional tournament to possibly qualify for the Kansas State Tournament held at Wichita State. Should the team place first, the team would be invited to the National Tournament. Competitions are held Olympic-style as there are 23 different events that students could compete in. We are always looking for students of all ranges and abilities. You don’t have to be a science wiz to be chosen, we are really looking for dependable, hardworking students.

What are the events? There are 23 possible events that students could compete in, and they are divided into the categories: Life/Social Sciences, Physical Sciences, Earth/Space Sciences, and Engineering/Science Inquiry. Events vary in their competitive requirements. Some are test-based requiring application of science knowledge. Others are lab-based where students could complete hands-on type activities. Finally, some require building a device to test in front of judges at the competition. For a complete list of events, go here for middle school and here for high school.

What are the expectations of me? Students are required to try-out for the team as there are limitations to the number of students who can be on a competitive team. Should you be chosen for the team by the coaches, you will be expected to...

1.  Attend practices. Science Olympiad runs from September through possibly April if the team qualifies for state. We encourage participation in other sports/activities, please fill in any conflicts that might occur on your tryout application. 

• Practice Information: Practices will be held on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. See calendar HERE for specific dates.​​

  • Students are required to attend an average of 3 hours per week (usually two days). If you miss without prior approval from a coach, this will be counted as unexcused, and 3 unexcused practices will result in dismissal from the team.

• Click HERE for a copy of the team handbook for more detailed expectations.

2. Prepare for what is required of the events that are on your case-load.

3. Attend ALL competitions 

• Invitationals - Saturday, December 7, 2024 at DeSoto HS for HS Varsity Team; TBD at Heights HS for HS JV Team

• Regionals – Saturday, February 22, 2025 at Andover Central HS (All teams will compete)

• State – Saturday, April 5, 2025 at WSU (Only Varsity teams will compete if the school qualifies)

Lettering Requirements for Science Olympiad at AHS: For students wishing to obtain a letter in Science Olympiad, the requirements are to:

• Attend and actively contribute to practices at least 50% of the year.

• Participate in at least one event in the Regional competition and be invited to the State tournament.