Join us for Kick Off Week, the official launch of the 2027 North Carolina Science Olympiad Tournament season. Today is all about coach support! We’re here to help you build your ✨dream✨ team! Share how your team is prepping to take on the season and join in on the conversation using #NCSciOly27 #GoTeam #ScienceOlympiad

2026 Coaches Conference

The 2026 North Carolina Science Olympiad (NCSO) Coaches Conference is officially on the calendar.

Whether you are a veteran coach or completely new to the program, this is your ultimate preparation event for the upcoming season.

📅 October 16–17, 2026
📍 McKimmon Center, NC State University (Raleigh, NC)
💡Event deep-dives, rule updates, hands-on workshops, and networking with fellow STEM educators.
🛒 Event Materials for Sale

Not sure if the conference is for you? Join us tonight at 6 PM for an interactive information session.

Does you need financial assistance to attend the Coaches Conference? We have a limited number of scholarships to cover the cost of conference registration.

Coach Companion Guide
Starting a new team or just looking for extra tips on how to improve the way your team operates? Take a look at our companion guide! Developed by a former Coach of the Year and Sci Oly mom, our coach companion guide is a fantastic resource for learning how to improve your team and foster enthusiasm for STEM.

NEW Office Hours

Division A – Jodi Davis, the Elementary Program Coordinator is hosting monthly virtual office hours for Division A coaches. The first session will take place on Thursday, November 17th at 6 PM via Zoom. For more dates, please visit the NCSO Calendar.

Division B/C – Lori Khan, the Secondary Program Coordinator is hosting monthly virtual office hours for Division B/C coaches. The first session will take place on Wednesday, October 21st at 6 PM via Zoom. For more dates, please visit the NCSO Calendar.

⭐Top 10 Tips for Coaches⭐

Managing a Science Olympiad team is serious work, but you’ve got this!
To help you tackle the year ahead we’ve put together a list of our top ten tips for a successful Science Olympiad tournament season.