Introduction

The Science Olympiad Organization is a national non-profit organization dedicated to improving the quality of K-12 science education, increasing interest in science, and creating a technologically-literate workforce. At Ocean Air, Science Olympiad is a PTA program run by a committee of parent volunteers.

Teams of 15 students compete in 23 academic events in groups of 2-3 students per event. Ocean Air competes in the B Division, which is the Middle School Division including grades 6-8. Students start the year in mid September with lots of learning and exploration, with invitational competitions starting in December and official competitions starting in February. Competitions are held on Saturdays and are in the San Diego/LA area.

Academic Events

Events and rules are finalized and published in September. For more details, CLICK HERE to go to the Science Olympiad website.  RECRUITING COACHES NOW (*)!!

Science Olympiad at Ocean Air Elementary

The program is run by all volunteers and is led by a committee. The program is funded by parent donations. Classes are held mostly off campus during off-school hours and are 1-1.5 hours a week. There will be additional work and study outside of class time. Students can take 1-4 classes based on the workload desired.

2026-2027 SO Committee

Head Coach: Sunny Loh

Commitee Members: Aneeza Kim, Julianne Noh, Jenika Karnik, Ching Ding

Ocean Air has advanced to the state tournament every year. Coaches will form teams and assign events, at least one full team will be formed. Up to 6 teams can compete at REGIONAL/INVITATIONAL COMPETITIONS, only one team of 15 students can compete in the official STATE competition. 

Questions? Interested in Coaching? Contact oa.scioly@gmail.com or use the google forms linked below:

Ocean Air Science Olympiad Mailing List Signup

Ocean Air Science Olympiad Coach Signup

OA Science Olympiad WEBSITE

GENERAL INFORMATIONAL MEETING SLIDES (2026-2027)

REGISTRATION SLIDES 2025-2026

REGISTRATION VIDEO

UPCOMING COMPETITIONS AND EVENTS- SAVE THE DATE

USC Invitational:  January 16, 2027

Carmel Valley Invitational: January 23, 2027

REGIONAL COMPETITION: February 6, 2027

Registration is CLOSED!

1.) REGISTER with Science Olympiad for the 2026 season

2.) COMPLETE the following required registration forms.

     Permission slip

     Code of Ethics

     Acknowledgement of Responsibilities

3.) DONATE your recommended donation of $200 per child, which contributes to team registration, "uniforms", activities, and event supplies.

4.) REQUEST a donation match from your employer. Ocean Air PTA tax ID is #90-0327643. If you submit a match request, please complete this Google Form.

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