Directors
Tournament Directors & State Directors Resources
Thank you for supporting Science Olympiad and helping create meaningful STEM experiences for students across the country. This page contains resources, forms, and updates for State Directors, Tournament Directors, and Event Supervisors.
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Insurance Update
As of May 2024, Science Olympiad has a new Commercial General Liability provider. Log in to view the policy number, COI request form, coverage details, and contact information.
Invitational Tournament Policy
Beginning with the 2026–2027 season, a single organization may host a maximum of two (2) Invitational Tournaments per season.
New 2026 Membership Maps
Forms, Registration & Approvals
State Director Information Form
All State Directors must submit an annual State Director Information Form before the start of each competition season.
Required for every Invitational, Regional, and State Tournament.
This form:
- Verifies tournament sanctioning
- Enables medal ordering
- Grants access to copyrighted materials
- Establishes eligibility for insurance coverage
Please complete this form before requesting medals or insurance.
Available for sanctioned tournaments that require an additional insured certificate from the host venue.
Please note Elementary Science Olympiad tournaments are typically covered by the host school's insurance policy. Optional Science Olympiad insurance coverage is available only for approved state-sponsored ESO tournaments and must be requested at least one year in advance. Contact the National Office at (630) 792-1251 for details.
Sample Forms & Permission Slips
Sample Medical, Photo/Video Release & Permission Forms
National Tournament Application
Apply to host a future Science Olympiad National Tournament.
Apply or Recommend an Event Supervisor
Tournament Planning Resources
Event Logistics Resource(Updated for 2026)
A customizable spreadsheet that includes:
- Volunteer needs Space allocation
- Supply requirements
- Printing recommendations
Tournament Resources Spreadsheet
Created by Southern California Science Olympiad to estimate tournament supply needs based on attendance and event selections.
This page has awesome resources for Tournament Director's
This page has great information for Regional & State Tournaments
Visit the Manual for sample budgets, registration forms, event supervisor resources, arbitration guidance, fundraising materials, and media tools to help you plan and host a successful tournament.
Guidelines for Students with Disabilities
Best practices and accommodations guidance.
Medals, Trophies & Certificates
Use this medal order form to calculate quantities, costs, and fees for your tournament awards. Complete the form and submit payment by mail, purchase order, or credit card through the Science Olympiad Store. Please complete your Tournament Director Form before ordering medals. No password is required to order Invitational or Elementary Science Olympiad medals. An instructional video for trophy assembly is also available.
Sample Certificates of Participation, Appreciation, and Excellence.
Insurance & Safety
Food Safety Guidelines
Food Safety Policy: Only licensed food vendors may provide food at Science Olympiad events. Students, coaches, volunteers, and teams may bring food for personal consumption. Tournament Directors should also review the Beverage Alcohol Policy.
Best practices and accommodations guidance.
Elementary Science Olympiad Insurance
Elementary Science Olympiad tournaments are typically covered by the host school's insurance policy. Optional Science Olympiad insurance coverage is available only for approved state-sponsored ESO tournaments and must be requested at least one year in advance. Contact the National Office at (630) 792-1251 for details.
Available for sanctioned tournaments that require an additional insured certificate from the host venue.
Sample Forms & Permission Slips
Sample Medical, Photo/Video Release & Permission Forms
Scoring Resources
Excel-based Scoring System for Sanctioned Science Olympiad Tournaments
Volunteer-created Tournament and Scoring Management System for Sanctioned Science Olympiad Tournaments
Scoring Guidelines and Score Counseling Form
Links to the page under Policies; explains how events are scored and provides a form for settling scoring disputes.
Additional Resources
Instructions for accessing and downloading digital content.
Official usage requirements for the Science Olympiad name, logos, and trademarks.
US Olympic & Paralympic Committee Agreement
Detailing the agreement between Science Olympiad and the USOC which enables us to use the name but not any graphics or images related to the Olympiad games such as flames, rings or torches. You must adhere to the requirements of the USOC letter, and must use the words "Science Olympiad" together at all times.
Copyright guidance and contributor ownership documentation.