Why Should I Join HSSO?

What's In It For Students?

• Up to 23 exciting scientific activities that make science fun!
• Get to know your science teacher in a whole new light.
• Get the same kind of recognition that athletes enjoy
• Olympic-style medals and national competitions
• Meet and work with university students, grad students, professors and real scientists

What's In It For Parents?

• Increased interest in science by your kids
• A fun activity for the whole family (parents can be coaches, and students can participate in SO from elementary school on up)
• Get to know your kid's science teacher
• SO is the sign of a quality science education at your local high school
• Exposure and access to university students and science professionals

What's In It For Teachers?

• Increased students interest in science in and out of the classroom
• Increased enrollment in science classes (science class enrollment doubled according to some schools)
• Increased participations in science by women and minorities
• Increased development of high performing adults
• Increased parent involvment (especially in the middle and secondary school levels)
• Increased scientific literacy among students and parents
• Improved quality of science education
• Provides recognition for outstanding achievement in science education by both students and teachers
• Brings academic competition to the same level of recognition and praise normally reserved for athletic competitions in this country
• Meets national science standards
• Provides exciting activities that can be used with students of all ages and levels
• Encourages participation of students with a wide variety of talents, learning styles and interests
• Supports and encourages respect, honesty, integrity and sportsmanship before, during, and following the competition.

What's In It For Scientists?

• Targeted outreach to students who are enthusiastic about doing science
• Opportunities to get to know dedicated science teachers around the state
• The chance to be a positive role model for students.
• Opportunity to learn about related disciplines can lead to new ideas for research
• Help to create and support a scientifically literate society
• Ensure that all students are getting a quality science education at all levels

What's In It For Universities/Corporations?

• Targeted outreach to science students that could become your undergraduate students
• Targeted outreach to science students that will become the scientific workforce of tomorrow
• The chance to become positive role models for students of all ages
• Opportunities to connect with science teachers around the state
• Help create and support a scientifically literate society
• Ensure that all students are getting a quality science education at all levels