New to ESO at JHS? Contact Us Before Registering
The tournament field for ESO at JHS 2009 is filling up fast. We have exceeded the 20-school cap set earlier this year. We're trying to accommodate as many interested teams as possible. If you are not a returning school, please utilize our ESO at JHS Contacts page to send us a note about your school's interest. We'll see what we can do to accommodate you before you register with the State Office.

Enhanced Event Checklist & Rule Clarification Resource Now Available
In response to comments from our coaches last year, we've combined our rule clarifications and event checklist into one easy-to-use document. Now, the time, location, number of participants, required & optional materials, and key rule clarifications are all listed together for each event. It's the key document that you'll need to keep your team organized! Download the ESO 2009 Event Checklist & Rule Clarifications now.

New ESO at JHS Original Events Now Online
JHS debuts three new original events for the 2009 competition. Review the complete rules for Going Green, In Bloom, and Triple Play, now online in the ESO at JHS Event Archive. We've also clarified and modified rules to several events found in the ESO Coaches Manual. Look for our new, enhanced event-by-event breakdown online by December 10th with all the adjustments.

Newton or Einstein: Group Assignments Posted
Currently, 25 schools are slated to be part of ESO 2009 at JHS. To assist with handling this large group, schools have been divided into 2 groups: Newton & Einstein. Please note the designation on the schedule which assigns groups to specific rooms. All teams, regardless of group, receive the same event materials and tests. Some events occur at different times based on group. See the ESO at JHS 2009 Groups for your school's designation and check the schedule grid for the variations.

ESO at JHS 2009 Details & Event Schedule Now Available
The details have been finalized! Jump to the ESO at JHS 2009 Details page for a rundown of this year's events including the return of Crash Landing and Treasure Hunt. There are 3 new ESO at JHS originals: In Bloom, for plant experts; Going Green, for young environmentalists; and Triple Play, a unique science term event that replaces Categories. Plus, we've adopted Propeller Propulsion from the ESO Coaches Manual. Get planning your team with the ESO at JHS 2009 Event Schedule, also available now. We'll be adding rule clarifications and other coaches materials in the coming weeks.

2009 ESO at Jacksonville High School Set for February 21st
We've confirmed our 2009 date for Saturday, February 21st at Jacksonville High School. Please visit our registration page for details on how to register your school's team with the Alabama Science Olympiad state office for this year's ESO at JHS.

Look Back at ESO at JHS 2008
Eighteen teams competed in ESO at JHS 2008, the largest field of teams until... 2009. Visit the ESO 2008 Final Facts page for news and photos and the ESO 2008 Award Winners page for a complete listing of medalists from the 2008 competition.

Make ESO Part of Your Classroom
The Elementary Science Olympiad is an excellent way to encourage your students to explore the world of science. More than just a competition, ESO presents a number of events that make great classroom activities. Sample a few ESO events, created by the JHS staff, in our ESO at JHS Event Archive. Or, get the complete ESO Coaches Manual full of over 80 events. Visit the Science Olympiad home page for ordering information.

Last Updated: December 7, 2008.