Who can coach a Science Olympiad team?
Anyone who has a genuine interest in young people.
Anyone the school is willing to have represent it.
Anyone who is willing to stick with the team and see the job done.
Anyone who is willing to take the responsibility for the team at events.
Anyone who the school is willing to support and provide the liability in their name for the team members during travel, preparation, etc.
Anyone who loves science and competition.
So Who are Some Types of People Who Serve as Coaches?
Former Science Olympiad students in high schools coach middle
school students
College students who were in Science Olympiad and some who were
not
Parents
Teachers from all disciplines, not just science, math or technology
Community volunteers
Retirees
Anyone who wants to take the time to help
Advice?
Don't go it alone! Recruit as many coaches as possible.
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