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NC Science Olympiad

Coaches Corner

Coaching a North Carolina Science Olympiad team can be challenging, we are here to help!

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Kick off the tournament season with our Coach Resources! Whether you are building a team from the ground up or looking for tips on how help your team succeed, we are here for you. Access to Coach Resources content is FREE to ALL.

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Coaches Conference

Coaches Conference

You’re invited to the highly anticipated 2023 Coaches Conference, where excellence in science education takes center stage. Join us on October 20-21st at McKimmon Conference and Training Center at NC State for two days of inspiration, collaboration, and professional growth.

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Resources for coaches

Resources for Coaches

Do you need help with navigating all things Science Olympiad? We are here to help! We have compiled a collection of resources for you including recruitment flyers, fundraising guide, and so much more. Explore our resources and to help your team of science superstars.

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Policies

North Carolina Science Olympiad follows the National Science Olympiad policies and guidelines except where specifically noted in the policies linked below. Science Olympiad policies must be reviewed and adhered to by each school/coach participating in a North Carolina Science Olympiad tournament.

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Event Resources

Division A

Want more information on individual events? Check out our event resource page which include information on rules, standard alignments, educational guides and more!

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Division B

Want more information on individual events? Check out our event resource page which include information on rules, standard alignments, educational guides and more!

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Division C

Want more information on individual events? Check out our event resource page which include information on rules, standard alignments, educational guides and more!

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Division B/C Companion Guides

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 guides! Developed by a former Coach of the Year, these companion guides are a great resource for learning how to improve your team and foster enthusiasm for STEM.

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Fundraising Guide

Acquiring funds to support your team can feel like a daunting to task. But, we have the tools you need to get started. Follow our fundraising guide for tips, tricks and resources to help fund your Science Olympiad Team.

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NCSO Debrief

NCSO Debrief

Monthly Q&A video series with NC Science Olympiad Director Lisa Giacomelli. This video series is a wonderful resource for additional information on events. Submit your own questions to ncscienceolympiad@ncsu.edu.

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