Workshops

Workshops

Whether you're a new coach or a seasoned veteran, Science Olympiad workshops are designed to help you build a successful team. Led by experienced coaches, educators, and Event Supervisors, these sessions provide event-specific training, coaching strategies, classroom resources, and the latest season updates. 

Science Olympiad also presents at conferences, including NSTA and AAPT, sharing STEM education best practices and Science Olympiad resources with educators nationwide. 

State Coaching Workshops 

Visit your State Science Olympiad website for additional coaching workshops and professional development opportunities throughout the season. Please refer to you State's Website for the most updated workshop information as dates and times may change. 

2027 Season

• Alabama - Clinic at Birmingham Lincoln Learning Center (September)
• Arizona - Virtual Coaches Workshop & Student Workshop at Estrella Mountain Elementary (September) 
• Arkansas - Workshop at UA Little Rock (TBD)
• California (S) - Build Workshop (August)
• California (N)-  Build Workshop (August)
• Delaware - Coaches Clinic (TBD Early Nov.)
• Georgia - Workshop at Forsyth Central High School (August)
• Kansas - Multiple Workshops Available (Sept. - Dec.)
• Maryland - Workshop (August)
• Maine - Coach Workshop for Science Olympiad & Science Bowl University of Southern Maine (November)
• Michigan - Workshop at WMU (January) 
• Mississippi - Online Coaching Workshop (September) 
• Minnesota Div B - Coaching Workshop (October)
• Minnesota Div C - Coaching Workshops (October)
• North Carolina - Coaching Conference at NC State University (October)
• Ohio - Centerville Coaching Academy (October) 
• Oklahoma - Coaches Clinic (October) 

Workshops from our Partners

Our partners offer a variety of workshops throughout the year to help students, coaches, and educators build STEM skills, prepare for Science Olympiad events, and explore emerging topics in science and technology. Browse the opportunities below to learn more.

CodeHS

• Free - Elevating Your Classroom with New Tools, Curriculum, and AI
  • Online and in-person (GA, TX, DC, CA, NY, NJ, IL, PA, VA, MD, and MA) professional development workshops from CodeHS help teachers and coaches explore new classroom tools, curriculum, and AI resources.

3D Molecular Designs

• Summer Professional Learning Opportunities 

National Coaching Workshops

Looking for a deeper dive? Each summer, Science Olympiad offers professional development opportunities for coaches, educators, Event Supervisors, and tournament personnel. Choose from the Virtual Event Bootcamp, Content Clinic, or Build Clinic to learn from national experts, explore the upcoming season's events, and gain practical coaching strategies and resources for the year ahead.

Learn more about our National Summer Workshops.

Conference Presentations

Science Olympiad staff regularly present at national STEM and education conferences, sharing best practices, classroom resources, and innovative approaches to STEM education. 

NSTA National Conference

Making Informal Formal: The Benefits of Museums, Science Centers & Out-of-School Programs Friday, March 22 • 4:00–5:00 PM 

Presenter: John Loehr 

Leading from the Classroom: Ways to Influence Science Education and Still Teach Saturday, March 23 • 9:30–10:00 AM 

Presenters: Shari Brady and John Loehr