Science Olympiad
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Hands-on STEM challenges for Carlsbad middle & high school students.
Science Olympiad is a nationally recognized STEM program that empowers students to explore science, engineering, and technology through hands-on learning and team-based competition. Participants develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and collaboration skills while preparing for exciting events that challenge them to innovate, create, and discover.
High School, College, and Career-Ready
The Carlsbad Educational Foundation is honored to work with its local science and engineering partner, Viasat, and the Carlsbad Unified School District to provide middle and high school students the incredible opportunity to observe, experience and explore STEM careers. Student groups are mentored by adult science enthusiasts who are often professional scientist and/or engineers in the field.
Hands-On STEM Competition
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.
STEM Skills and Fun!
Teamwork is a required skill in most scientific careers today, and Science Olympiad encourages group learning by designing events that forge alliances. Even if you don’t think you are a “science person,” you will learn that you have skills to contribute to the group’s success.
School Advisors
Aviara Oaks Middle
Calavera Hills Middle
Carlsbad High
Sage Creek High
FAQ
Where can I find the Event Practice Schedule?
View our Event practice schedule here.
*Note: not all 2025-26 events have a coach. Any events not listed on this practice schedule will be self-study, requiring students to learn the material on their own without coach support.
Where can I find the Code of Ethics form?
Click here for Code of Ethics form
What Events are offered this Science Olympiad Season?
Click here to see the events for this season.
Where can I download the Event rules for this season?
Visit the Science Olympiad website to download a copy of this season’s event rules.
Division B = Middle School
Division C = High School
Important Resources for Science Olympiad
Important Links
Thank You to Our Scientists & Engineers!
Viasat employees coach students and prepare them for competition. Science Olympiad is partially funded by a generous grant from our community partner Viasat.