The Alamance-Burlington School System proudly celebrated the achievements of its elementary school teams at the 2025 Elementary Science Olympiad Tournament hosted by Alamance Community College (ACC). The competition showcased the scientific knowledge, problem-solving abilities, and teamwork of young students from across the district.
Overall Champions
The tournament was a remarkable display of scientific talent and dedication, with ABSS schools earning top honors:
1st Place: Alexander Wilson Elementary
3rd Place: B. Everett Jordan Elementary
Spirit Award: Grove Park Elementary
Event Results
The competition featured a variety of challenging events testing students' knowledge and skills across multiple scientific disciplines. The results for each event were as follows:
Backyard Biologist
1st Place: Alexander Wilson Elementary
Chew the Fat
1st Place: Alexander Wilson Elementary
2nd Place: B. Everett Jordan Elementary
3rd Place: Elon Elementary
Clue In To Science
1st Place: Alexander Wilson Elementary
3rd Place: Elon Elementary
Codebusters
3rd Place: Alexander Wilson Elementary
Duct Tape Challenge
1st Place: B. Everett Jordan Elementary
Ecology Experts
1st Place: Alexander Wilson Elementary
3rd Place: Elon Elementary
Just Plane Awesome
2nd Place: B. Everett Jordan Elementary
Pasta Tower
2nd Place: B. Everett Jordan Elementary
Ping Pong Parachute
1st Place: Alexander Wilson Elementary
2nd Place: Grove Park Elementary
3rd Place: Elon Elementary
Ramp & Roll
1st Place: Alexander Wilson Elementary
2nd Place: B. Everett Jordan Elementary
Rock Star
2nd Place: Alexander Wilson Elementary
Sky Quest
1st Place: Elon Elementary
2nd Place: Alexander Wilson Elementary
Super Sleuths
1st Place: Alexander Wilson Elementary
3rd Place: Grove Park Elementary
Weather Permitting
1st Place: B. Everett Jordan Elementary
2nd Place: Alexander Wilson Elementary
Dedicated Coaching
The success of our teams would not have been possible without the dedication of our coaches who spent many hours preparing students for the competition:
Daniel Flack - Alexander Wilson Elementary
Amy Gates - Elon Elementary
Christine Landess - B. Everett Jordan Elementary
Racheal Harder - Grove Park Elementary
Their expertise, patience, and enthusiasm for science education have inspired our students to explore, question, and discover the wonders of science through hands-on learning experiences.
The Science Olympiad Experience
Science Olympiad competitions are designed to promote teamwork while challenging students in various scientific disciplines. Elementary Science Olympiad events include a variety of hands-on activities spanning life science, physical science, earth science, technology, and engineering.
Students participate in collaborative events that encourage critical thinking, problem-solving, and practical application of scientific principles. Unlike traditional science fairs, Science Olympiad requires students to actively engage in science during the competition, applying their knowledge to solve problems and complete tasks in real time.
Community Support
A special thanks goes to LabCorp for their generous grant support this year. This vital funding enabled us to:
Send coaches to the Coaches' Clinic for professional development
Cover team registration fees
Purchase necessary materials and supplies for competition preparation
Provide stipends for coaches
LabCorp's commitment to promoting STEM education in Alamance County has made a significant difference in the quality and accessibility of science education for our students.
We also extend our gratitude to Alamance Community College for hosting the elementary tournament. ACC's partnership has provided an inspiring collegiate environment for our young scientists and a professional venue for the competition.
Congratulations to all participants, coaches, and schools on a successful 2025 Elementary Science Olympiad Tournament!