Science Bowl
Elementary Science Bowl
The IASP Department of Student programs, in partnership with Purdue University, has developed an online Science Bowl competition for elementary school students in grades 4, 5 and 6. Instead of traveling to a host site to compete, teams will take an online test at their school or another internet ready site of their choosing. Indiana 2010 Science Standards for grades 5, 6 and 7 have been targeted as the base to build questions for this activity. The 90-minute contest will use questions created by outside consultants from Indiana Science Standards.
Resources
OVERVIEW
Information updated for 2024-25!
2-Year Competition Calendar
Science Bowl Fast Facts
Science Bowl Timeline
REGISTRATION MATERIALS
Science Bowl Confirmation List
COACH MATERIALS
Science Bowl Coach Handbook
NEW! Recruitment Poster
NEW! Academic Coach of the Year
Nomination Form – Winner History
Academic Team Product Order Form
2025 Competition Certificates for Students
PPT: One Coach Line – Two Coach Lines
Word: One Coach Line – Two Coach Lines
PDF: One Coach Line – Two Coach Lines
Team Signature Page
STUDY MATERIALS
Contest Topic Notes from the Question Writer
Notes to Coaches for Experiment Round
Experiment Round Instructions
Vocabulary Used in the Contest
Practice Questions
CONTEST MATERIALS
The Science Bowl is contested virtually over a 4-day window in January. Any materials that are needed to complete the contest will be shared with coaches prior to the contest window opening.
Frequently Asked Questions
Have questions about our student programs and competitions? Check out our FAQ section for the most commonly asked questions.
2025 Science Bowl Competition Date
Science Bowl News
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Special State Achievement Recognition – 2022-23
Special Recognition is being given to 8 schools and 2 individuals for outstanding achievement across our academic programming. Learn more about their accomplishments!
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Academic Coach of the Year Winners
Congratulations to the Academic Coach of the Year Winners
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Academic Coach of the Year Finalists
Congratulations to the Academic Coach of the Year Finalists!
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New Legislative Library Launched
IASP has launched a new Legislative Library! Check it out today!
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Taking Nominations for Academic Coach of the Year
IASP is accepting nominations for Academic Coach of the Year!
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Special State Achievement Recognition – 2021-22
Special Recognition is being given to 8 schools and 6 individuals for outstanding achievement across our academic programming. Learn more about their accomplishments!
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2021 Science Bowl State-Wide Results
Statewide Results are now available for the 2021 Elementary Science Bowl!
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Academic Coach of the Year Nominations
Academic Coach of the Year Nominations opening later this school year!
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Giant Academics!
Guest blog post by Keith Burke Marion High School has a very proud athletic tradition. The Giants have won eight state championships and are tied with Muncie Central for the most titles in Indiana high school boys basketball history. Nearly everyone knows of the Giant athletic tradition at Marion High School but, there is another […]
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Check out the IASP Department of Student Programs’ Newsletter, After the Bell
Be sure to check out the IASP Department of Student Programs' newsletter, After the Bell!
Academic Coach
of the Year
Anyone who serves as an academic coach during the school year is eligible for this award, and can be nominated by their principal, another coach, coordinator or volunteer. One academic coach from each level of competition (elementary, middle/junior and senior) is recognized as the Indiana Academic Coach of the Year.
Participation Certificates
Student participation certificates will be sent to each coach after DSP receives notification of how many are needed. Email dabel@iasp.org with the requested number of certificates.
Join DSP
In order to participate in Department of Student Programs (DSP) sponsored academic competitions, cheer competitions, Martin Luther King Jr. Essay contest, and any other DSP programs, schools must maintain a current membership in DSP.
