The NCSO is also seeking more elementary tournament sites. Because Elementary Science Olympiad is new, many areas of the State do not have local Elementary Science Olympiad Tournaments. Also, some local tournaments in your area may have a restriction on participation and/or have too many teams already registered. Local Education Agencies, private, public, and home schools, non-profits, home, and other groups interested in hosting an elementary science olympiad tournament should contact Jason Painter, jlpainter@gmail.com.

The Events of the North Carolina Elementary Division were developed by North Carolina Master Elementary Teachers and meet the interests of the students as well as enhance what teachers are already doing in the classroom. Further, these events are well balanced between the various science disciplines and between events requiring knowledge of science facts, concepts, processes, skills and applications. Olympic-style medals are awarded to top placing individuals in each event. In addition, team trophies will be awarded to top placing teams based on a total compilation of event rankings during Elementary Science Olympiad tournaments. An Elementary State Tournament is being planned for 2011!