Science Bowl

Description of activity: A competitive event in which students are quizzed on multiple choice and short answer questions in the categories of Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Earth and Space, Energy and Math.

Where to go for more information: A 440. For general information, visit the Minnesota Regional Science Bowl website.

Length of season: Mid-September to the end of January; post-season nationals at end of April.

Meeting times: At least once a week after school for 1-2 hours.

Meeting site: A440.

Competitions: Round-robin practice tournament(s) during the season; State Tournament at end of January; Nationals in early May.

Eligibility requirements: Interest in science. Meet the Wayzata Public Schools Extra-Curricular Eligibility Requirements.

Average number of members: 20-30. 4-5 teams.

Costs and/or needed equipment: Participation fee through the EPay system.

Awards criteria & type of awards: Top three teams are recognized at the State competition; top team wins trip to Nationals.

Student leadership: Each 4-5 person team has a captain.