Become a Science Olympiad Program Mentor

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Science Olympiad is a school-based team competition for students, guided by volunteer mentors, where they prepare for events by building models, studying material, performing labs, and analyzing data.

Being a Science Olympiad Program Mentor is a unique opportunity to make a difference in the lives of Carlsbad Unified School District students in grades 6-12. Our volunteers impart knowledge and share their passion with students who are eager to learn. As a Mentor, you make it possible for students to observe, experience and explore STEM and STEM careers. This year there are four Olympiad Event categories to choose from; Core Knowledge, Build, Lab, and Hybrid events.

This opportunity is seasonal and starts October 2024 and ends in March 2025. Practices are held once a week, in the evenings for 1-1.5 hours on our community partner's campus in Carlsbad.

There are three mentor positions to choose from:

• Event Coach - Source and prepare teaching material, deliver weekly lessons or labs, and guide students through building and testing models or devices.
• Event Assistant Coach - Share responsibilities with another event coach.
• Build and Lab Event Aide - Help coaches and students conduct weekly labs or build.

To learn more about the the specific events offered this year as well as fill out an interest form, visit https://carlsbaded.org/scienceolympiad/.

We hope you will consider joining us in giving our students an opportunity and real hands on experience they won't forget!