Each of 58 teams from 39 schools will bring 15 young science enthusiasts, their parents and teachers, said Steve Stuckwisch, tournament director and an assistant professor in Auburn's Department of Mathematics. Team and coach certificates also will be awarded based on total points garnered to schools placing first, second and third place. Other events center around the teams' knowledge of biology, chemistry, geology, physics and other sciences. Top teams in each of the divisions will move on to state contests. State Olympiad will be April 24 at Troy State University.
Events are team oriented with an emphasis on active, hands-on participation.