Getting Started with SD Sci Oly

Check out the links to access files and to register traditionally.

• Invitation Letter 2026
• Nat'l Science Olympia Brochure
• Media Release Form 2026 (pdf)
• Registration Form 2026 (docx)
• Tournament Events Info Sheet 2026 (pdf)

If you prefer your file in a format other than pdf, please let us know!

2026 Membership Fee:  $115 (Standard), $95 (Startup)
Breakdown

• National Membership: $75.00 
• State Membership ["Standard" returning & fully-engaged teams]: $40 
• State Membership ["Startup" teams]: $20 

Registering for the State Tournament is easier than ever! Just click on the button here and follow the steps to submit using the online portal. 

Registration Deadline: 
Friday, 27 February 2026

To view the Events for this year's State and National tournaments, click below:

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Starting a new Team?

With the goal of re-igniting interest in SD Science Olympiad, we have begun developing a plan to invite teams who have not been involved with SD Sci-Oly in over 4 years. We refer to this as our "SD Sci-Oly Startup" program!

To qualify as an SD Sci-Oly Startup team, you need to meet the two following conditions: 

• Not have had a membership in a state tournament in over 4 years
• Unable to field a full roster of students (~15), and not more than 8 students overall (excluding alternates)
• Plan to participate in no more than 11 events (Recommended breakdown: 4 Knowledge, 4 Laboratory OR 4 Build, and 3 Build OR 3 Laboratory events)

We are preparing materials to help you start a team.  Contact the State Director for more information about intermediate assistance!

In the meantime, check out some tips from Nat'l SO -- click here!

NOTE: Startup Teams which place in events will be excluded when determining the State Champions and qualifications for the  Science Olympiad National Tournament.

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Tips for Getting Started

As your team begins the exciting journey to the SD Sci-Oly Tourney, here is a quick guide to help you use our site to your benefit:

• This year's events can be found under EVENTS in the Navigation bar above
• Team Resources, such as Small-School reimbursement for membership and travel, can be found under RESOURCES.
• Coaching tips can be found under RESOURCES
• Materials such as Programs and Event Scheduling, which can help you in getting ready for the Tournament, is under TOURNAMENT
• For detailed information on team requirements and general competition rules can be found under SDSO POLICIES
• For logistical planning for Tournament weekend, check out local amenities under LOCAL AMENITIES

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Please feel free to reach out the State Director and Exec Team to help clarify anything or for other assistance!

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SD Sci-Oly LOGOS & Fun Extras

SD Science Olympiad Identity information and files, including 

• Large logo files in png, gif, and tiff formats (coming soon)
• Small logo files 
  • Standard SD Sci-Oly Logo
  • 40th Anniversary SD Sci-Oly Logo
• Visual Standards guide (for reference)
• Charlie Store