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NC Science Olympiad Summer Camps
The North Carolina Science Olympiad with generous funding from the Burroughs Wellcome Fund, is accepting applications for two; one-week, full-day summer camps for rising 6th-, 7th-, 8th-and 9th-grade students. These camps are designed to increase student interest and competence in hands-on science activities in a relaxed, safe and fun atmosphere. Students do not have to be on a Science Olympiad team at their school to enroll. In fact, we give priority to students not currently on a Science Olympiad Team.
Please read what our parents though of last year's summer camp by clicking here here!
The NCSO Summer Camp Participants Will:
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increase understanding and competence of science content, processes, and applications using middle school Science Olympiad events that are aligned with the North Carolina Standard Course of Study; |
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learn to do science through hands-on and inquiry-based exploration; |
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learn to work on teams to accomplish goals; |
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gain new enthusiasm and interest for science and science-related careers; |
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improve problem-solving, critical thinking, and laboratory skills; |
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participate in a real Science Olympiad tournament; |
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make new friends; and |
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have loads of laughs and lots of fun! |
Location & Dates
Camp One:
In Wilson County, Location to be Announced
June 16– 20, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. and Saturday, June 21, 8:00 am – 2:00 pm (parents are invited to the Saturday morning tournament and everyone enjoys lunch and an exciting award ceremony)
Camp Two:
Elizabeth City at Elizabeth City State University.
July 14 – 18, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. and Saturday, July 19, 8:00 am – 2:00 pm (parents are invited to the Saturday morning tournament and everyone enjoys lunch and an exciting award ceremony)
Camp Three:
In McDowell County, Location to be Announced
July 28 - August 1st, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. and Saturday August 2nd 8:00 am – 2:00 pm (parents are invited to the Saturday morning tournament and everyone enjoys lunch and an exciting award ceremony)
Program Fees
The cost for these camps are $150. This cost includes lunch everyday and before and after care for all students. The Burroughs Wellcome Fund and the North Carolina Science, Mathematics, and Technology Education Center are providing significant funding for these camps which has allowed the cost for the camps to be cut significantly for all students. This funding also allows us to provide up to 60 full scholarships to students who otherwise would not be able to attend these camps (20 per camp). To request a full scholarship, complete the scholarship request form.
How to Apply
Applications Now Being Accepted - Apply Online
Camp Size Limit
60 students will be accepted to each camp.
Important Dates
| May 15: |
Registration Deadline For Camps |
| May 27: |
Acceptance Forms and Program Fees due from Admitted Students |
| June 16: |
Camp One begins |
| June 21: |
Parents invited for Science Olympiad tournament and awards luncheon |
| July 14: |
Camp Two begins |
| July 19: |
Parents invited for Science Olympiad tournament and awards luncheon |
| July 28: |
Camp Three begins |
| August 2: |
Parents invited for Science Olympiad tournament and awards luncheon |
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