Parent support and involvement are big part of SciOly's success. It truly takes a village to nurture and guide these bright minds, and your participation can make a world of difference. You do not need to have a STEM background to make a difference. Whether it's coaching, organizing events, or simply providing encouragement, your unique skills and enthusiasm can help spark a lifelong passion for science in our students.
"As a physician, my education followed a science tract. I am amazed at these kids learning science concepts that were presented to me in high school, college, or even in medical school! It is thrilling to see them grow and learn and most of all be excited about all the fields within the science realm."
"Mentoring kids in SciOly at the middle school level gave me whole new insights into both the disciplines covered and, more importantly, prespective on how the kids are thinking and maturing along the way. Preparing for the intense (and fun!) competitions really helped build a sense of community amongst all the students and their parents. "
"When I started mentoring the codebusters event, I had zero idea about cyphers. But the kids needed support and so I stepped up. It was challenging to learn cryptology. It was rewarding to see the kids learn and grow. It was fun to be part of the science Olympiad community. Shark SciOly at Mark Twain is really something special. Their motto: Go and take risks. Learn new things. Help someone."