2012 Science Olympiad Tournament
DESCRIPTION: This is an excellent activity for kids who like science. Students in grades 3-5 can take part in a variety of science activities involving hands-on challenges, tests of knowledge and scientific measurement skills. The day begins with a parade for all participants, and winners get medals!
We are offering 28 different events this year - here is a SMALL sample:
| Bottle Music | ~ | Fill the bottles to tune them and perform your music |
| Can Race | ~ | Bring your rubber band-powered racer and race it |
| Circuit Wizardry | ~ | Demonstrate what you know about electricity |
| Paddle Boats | ~ | Build a boat and make some waves in the race |
ENTRANTS: This event is open to elementary schools in DeKalb County. Students usually participate as a member of a school-based team. Teams may include students in grades 3, 4 and 5. Our tournament is free, but pre-registration is required, and the events must be offered on a space-available basis.
| Practice Tips | |||
| A is for Anatomy | Bottle Music | Can Race | Write it Do it |
| If you are interested in practice tips for other events, then please contact Michael Dowling. | |||
KEY INFO:
DeKalb Elementary Science Olympiad Tournament
Druid Hills Middle School
Saturday, April 14, 2012
8 am -12:30 pm
QUESTIONS and REGISTRATION:
Michael Dowling
Fernbank Science Center
678-874-7102 (Fernbank Reception Desk)
678-874-7158 (Voice mail only)
email: dowlingm@fc.dekalb.k12.ga.us
ADDITIONAL INFO: http://www.soinc.org/