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Nov 4, 2025

The 2026 NCSO Social Media Challenges are here!

The 2026 NC Science Olympiad Social Media Challenges are kicking off this November — a fun and creative way for teams to prepare for competition season, show off their science spirit, and win prizes along the way! From November through January, teams can take on weekly themed challenges that blend STEM skills, creativity, and teamwork. Each challenge is designed to spark curiosity and help students practice for upcoming events — all while having fun! 

Oct 27, 2025

Enter the 2026 State Tournament Theme Contest

Enter the 2026 NC Science Olympiad State Tournament Theme Contest! 🧪 Have a great idea for next year’s State Tournament theme? Submit your slogan or tagline! 

Oct 21, 2025

NC Crime Lab Open House

The NC State Crime Lab is opening its doors to the public for a series of Open Houses — and everyone’s invited! If you’re competing in Super Sleuths, Crimebusters, or Forensics,… 

Oct 20, 2025

NCSO Pumpkin Carving Guide

🎃Get into the spooky spirit with the NC Science Olympiad Pumpkin Carving Guide! Whether you’re a first-time carver or a seasoned pro, this guide is packed with creative stencil to… 

Sep 2, 2025

Division B/C Rules Release

Hey there, Science Olympians! Are you ready for an exhilarating new year of North Carolina Science Olympiad? Because we are bursting with excitement to share some big news! We are… 

Aug 10, 2025

Division A Rules Release

Hey Science Olympiad Superstars! Are you ready to launch into another action-packed season of North Carolina Science Olympiad? Because the wait is over—the 2026 Division A (elementary) event rules are… 

Jun 17, 2025

Episode 10: 2025 SONT Part 2

Part two of The STEM Yard’s special coverage is here! Join us LIVE from the 2025 National Science Olympiad Tournament at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln! This episode features interviews with North Carolina teams sharing their Nationals experiences, competition strategies, celebration plans, and advice for future participants. Highlights include a special segment with the Division B National Champions. Don’t miss this exciting glimpse behind the scenes of Nationals 2025! 

Jun 16, 2025

2025 Impact Report

Explore the 2025 North Carolina Science Olympiad Impact Report, showcasing our most significant achievements from the year. The report also provides a detailed look at key data points, including student participation, coach engagement, and community outreach. We invite you to take a closer look at the impact we've made together. 

Jun 10, 2025

Episode 9: 2025 SONT Part 1

In part one of our Nationals Series, host Alonzo Alexander sits down with Sue Ellen Pegg, College Relations Director at University of Nebraska-Lincoln and Maiya Yu, Science Olympiad Board member. 🎧 Tune in for behind-the-scenes insights, inspiration, and the start of our journey through Nationals 2025! 

Jun 9, 2025

2026 Slate of Events

We’re thrilled to unveil the 2026 Slate of Events—and trust us, it’s going to be an unforgettable season! Get ready to dive into a world of discovery with exciting challenges like Coastal Countdown, Remote Sensing, and the fan-favorite Codebusters. These events are crafted to stretch students’ critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving skills like never before.