Science Olympiad
Division A (4th-6th grade)
Sign up for virtual session covering Division A HERE
Science Olympiad is a team-based STEM competition where students work together to solve challenges in different science events.
Fast Facts for Students and Parents
• Events: ~16 events across biochemistry, physics, engineering, space & earth science, and data/analysis.
• Structure: Events are divided into 5 groups (“Strands”). Each pair of students works on about 3-4 events, and the whole team has 10–12 students.
• Choice: Students first choose a Strand with events that interest them, then are paired with a partner to work on specific events.
• Competitions: Students participate in Invitationals (online or local) and Regional contests. Last year, Beacon Park attended 2 local Saturday Invitationals and OC Regional.
• Teamwork: Scores are cumulative, so every student’s contributions matter.
• Success: ✨ Last year, Beacon Park students earned multiple medals and represented our school with pride!
Division B (7th-8th grade)
Sign up for virtual session covering Division B HERE
• Content closer to high school level, and with 23 events, a full 15-student team is ideal
• Coaching & Resources: Previous year’s Southern California Champions will help coach and tap into the resources and support network that led to success
• Competition Opportunities: Division B is the main focus for National Science Olympiad organization. Chance to compete in tournaments nearly every month.
* Invitationals: Either in-person or online
* OC Regional Tournament: 2nd or 3rd Saturday of February at UCI.
* SoCal State Tournament: first week of April at CalTech.
• Excitement & Potential: The more time and resources we dedicate, the stronger our teams will perform.
Division B opens the door to higher-level competition, in-person tournaments, and the thrill of working toward regionals, state and nationals.
For more information, please email beaconpark.scioly@gmail.com
