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In grades 6-12, Science Olympiad functions much like a football or soccer team, requiring preparation,
commitment, coaching and practice throughout the year. Each school-based team is allowed to bring 15 students who
cross-train for a variety of events in their skill set, but some school clubs and boast more than 75 members, allowing for
a rich apprentice and mentoring system for all involved. Science Olympiad competitions are like academic track meets,
consisting of a series of 23 team events in each division (Division B is middle school; Division C is high school). Each
year, a portion of the events are rotated to reflect the ever-changing nature of genetics, earth science, chemistry,
anatomy, physics, geology, mechanical engineering and technology. By combining events from all disciplines, Science
Olympiad encourages a wide cross-section of students to get involved. Emphasis is placed on active, hands-on group
participation. Through Science Olympiad, students, teachers, parents, principals and business leaders bond together
and work toward a shared goal. Teamwork is a required skill in most scientific careers today, and Science Olympiad
encourages group learning by designing events that forge alliances.
The culmination of more than 280 regional and state tournaments is the Science Olympiad National
Tournament, held at a different university every year. This rotating system gives kids a chance to visit new parts of the
country, to tour colleges they might consider for their undergraduate studies, and provides a memorable experience to
last a lifetime.
The Pharr Oratory of St. Philip Neri School System
Science Olympiad Division B
First Place Regional
Lead Coach: Mrs. Violeta Cavazos
Students: Kennedy Castillo, Brian Cruz, Daniella Edwards, Rocio Nairi
Garza-Gómez, Sofia Garza, Camila González, Katia González, David Penoli,
Baltazar Reséndez, Diego Rojano, Francisco Ugalde, Hannah Grace
Vaughan, Francisco Vielma, Teresa Vielma, Alejandro Zúniga
Categories:
2nd Anatomy, 2nd Science Crime Busters, 1st Road Scholar, 2nd
Helicopters, 1st Boomilever, 1st Experimental Design, 3rd Robo Cross, 2nd
Can’t Judge a Powder,
1st Solar System,
2nd Road Scholar
2nd Place STEA Engineering Competition
Boomilever, RoboCross, Helicopters
Congratulations!!!