Welcome to the Science Olympiad Program at AOMS! 

In Science Olympiad, students have the opportunity to learn more about a science topic they are interested in, or engineer a contraption to be used for competition in the annual Reginal Science Olympiad Competition with multiple team event to choose from. Science Olympiad also offers students an incredible opportunity to observe, experience, and explore a STEM career, as they are mentored by a professional expert, scientist and/or engineer, most are employees of Viasat Global Communications Company in Carlsbad. 

Here is an introductory video to learn what the Science Olympiad is all about, how students will participate, important dates, and more. Science Olympiad is provided by the Carlsbad Education Foundation (CEF) and local science & engineering partner, Viasat. You can reach out to Brian at CEF directly at ScienceOlympiad@carlsbaded.org. 

Students will meet weekly to prepare for competitions, collaborate with teammates, and deepen their scientific skills in a fun, supportive enviroment. 

Parent and Student Kick Off Meeting

Virtual on October 14^th at 6pm

This is for all middle school students and any new-to-the-program high school students. Please complete the Interest Form to be sent the link for the meeting. 

Science Olympiad Interest Form

Practices are October 20^th – Feb 7th

Printable Snapshot of the Practice Schedule for 2025-26

Events Assignments: 
posted October 16^th

The San Diego Regional Science Olympiad Competition (in person, all day) 

Feb 7, 2026 at San Diego Miramar College

Important Links:
Carlsbad Ed Foundation (CEF) 

San Diego Regional Science Olympiad

National Science Olympiad 

Contact Information: 

AOMS – Megan Holland at mholland@carlsbadusd.net 

CEF – Brian at scienceolympiad@carlsbaded.org