Michigan Science Olympiad: A way to engage students in STEM

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Title:

Michigan Science Olympiad: A way to engage students in STEM  

Brief description:

Since 1984, the Michigan Science Olympiad (MSO) has been igniting curiosity and inspiring excellence in middle and high school students through hands-on, team-based STEM competitions. Discover how MSO can enhance your students’ skills in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics while opening doors to future STEM career pathways. This session will explore the benefits of starting a team at your school, share success stories from across the state, and highlight scholarship opportunities that can help your students, and your school succeed in MSO.

Learning Outcomes:

1. Knowledge of Michigan Science Olympiad history & workings

2. Benefits of having MSO at your school

3. How to get started with a team

About the Presenters:

Jessica Sudy serves as the Michigan Science Olympiad (MSO) Director for Region 12, representing Kent, Ottawa, and Muskegon Counties. She is the Program Manager at Grand Valley State University’s Regional Math and Science Center, bringing a wealth of experience from her years teaching middle and high school science in both Oregon and Michigan. A dedicated advocate for Integrated Science education, Jessica has shared her curriculum at notable events including the IntegratedEd:IPDX20 Computer Science Teachers Conference and the Columbia University Teachers College Science Literacies and Activism Symposium. She holds a Master of Arts in Teaching in Secondary Education from Lewis & Clark College and is a proud alumna of Grand Valley State University.