Photo: Leana Adunts (left) and Ida Chang (right) participate in the forensics
challenge at Beachwood's first-ever Science Olympiad Invitational Tournament, held Jan. 28.
February 2, 2023
Young scientists flocked to Beachwood High School on Saturday, Jan. 28 as the school hosted its first-ever Science Olympiad Invitational Tournament. As hosts, the Beachwood High School Science Olympiad team carefully planned the science and engineering events, which included building vehicles, performing science experiments, and completing case study investigations.
The full-day competition drew hundreds of participants, volunteers, school staff, and families from across the region. Competing teams included: Bio-Med Science Academy, Cleveland Heights High School, Kenston High School, Mayfield High School, New Albany High School, Orange High School, Solon High School, Stow-Munroe Falls High School, Hudson High School, and Westlake High School.
”This is an unprecedented moment for Beachwood,” said ninth-grader Lyndia Zheng, adding that the experience of hosting an invitational allowed the team to gain practical experience with planning a large event, including finding sponsors, creating a marketing plan, and organizing volunteers.
Science Olympiad Invitationals allow teams to prepare to compete in regional, state or national tournaments. They provide a chance for students to fine tune their devices and gain experience with labs and knowledge tests.
“I’m amazed how well it’s going,” said tenth-grader Eliana Worku at the invitational. “It’s nice to see that we are spreading the message about our Science Olympiad team and the other schools know who we are.”