Nearly 900 middle and high school students from 80 teams across Montana will gather at Montana State University on Friday, April 19th for the Montana Science Olympiad State Tournament. The tournament showcases competitions in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) disciplines. Among the participating teams are Conrad Middle School and Chinook Middle School, both located within the New Media Broadcasters listening area.

The Montana Science Olympiad brings together students from schools all over the state to form teams for the competition. Each team consists of pairs or trios of students who compete in individual events. Participants have the opportunity to earn medals, and the school with the highest cumulative score will be crowned state champions. The winning team will also have the chance to compete at the national tournament, which is scheduled to take place at Michigan State University later this spring.

The tournament features a variety of STEM disciplines, including biology, chemistry, physics, and computer science. Teams must demonstrate their knowledge and skills in these areas through a series of challenges and experiments. The competition is rigorous and demanding, requiring students to think critically and creatively about complex scientific problems.

The Montana Science Olympiad has become an important event for young scientists in the state. It provides an opportunity for students to showcase their talents and interests in STEM fields, as well as to learn from their peers and mentors. The tournament also helps to foster a sense of community among science enthusiasts across the state.

As a journalist covering this event, I am excited to see so many young people passionate about science and technology. It is clear that these students are dedicated to learning and growing in these fields, and I look forward to seeing what they achieve in the future.