Regional Middle School Science Bowl

at Brookhaven National Laboratory

2010 Competition: March 6, 2010

The U.S. Department of Energy’s National Middle School Science Bowl® is a two-part, highly publicized competition. It involves a model hydrogen fuel cell car competition and a math and science academic competition. In 2009, more than 2,500 students participated in thirty regional competitions throughout the nation.

This year, Brookhaven will host both an academic competition and the model solar car competition, inviting schools from Long Island to participate in both parts of the program.

In the academic competition, teams of middle school students answer questions on scientific topics in earth science, physical science, life science, math, and general science. The teams are comprised of five students (one of whom is an alternate) and a teacher who acts as an advisor and coach. The competition consists of a round robin followed by a single elimination final. Questions are in the form of multiple choice and short answer. The model solar car competition challenges students to design, build, and race model cars.

Trophies will be awarded to the top three teams in both parts of the competition with the winner of the academic competition receiving an invitation to an all-expense paid trip to compete in Washington D.C. for the national title.

All students who participate will receive certificates.

The National Middle School Science Bowl web site provides information for students, coaches, and volunteers. The competition will be limited to 20 teams and schools will be selected on a first-come basis.

Teacher information and kits for the Solar Car Challenge will be sent after registration of the team. Teachers will receive curriculum guides, CDs as well as a student kit for their Science Bowl team.

If you wish to attend, please R.S.V.P. to Catherine Osiecki at 631-344-3054 or osiecki@bnl.gov.

Application Process:

Key Dates:
 - Deadline for Registration: February 26, 2010
 - Middle School Science Bowl Regional Competition: March 6. 2010

Electronic Application
NOTE: Social Security numbers are not required at this level, please use any number or letter except 0 or 1 to process the application.

Important forms:
Parental Consent form - PDF | MS Word
**Must be turned in as a hard copy with original signature.**

PLEASE NOTE: Photos will be taken and may be used in publications and on the web.

Additional Information
Invitation Letter for School Principal/Science Chairperson - PDF | MS Word
2009 Middle School Science Bowl Agenda - PDF
 

Previous Regional Science Bowl Winners

2009 Regional Middle School Science Bowl
2008 Regional Middle School Science Bowl
2007 Regional Middle School Science Bowl
2006 Regional Middle School Science Bowl
2005 Regional Middle School Science Bowl

If you have questions about the Science Bowl contact:

Catherine Osiecki
Brookhaven National Laboratory
Building 438, PO Box 5000
Upton, New York 11973-5000
(631) 344-3054
(631) 344-5832 fax

Last Modified: October 1, 2009
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