Grand Haven Elementary Science Olympiad
REGISTRATION
COMING SOON
REGISTRATION
COMING SOON
Grand Haven Elementary Science Olympiad Tournament Nov 7, 2026
at White Pines intermediate School
The tournament is open to all 3rd, 4th, 5th and 6th graders.*
On Oct 19 and Oct 22 there will be an informational open house where you can learn about the events and the tournament.
* 6th graders may participate in the elementary program and/or the Middle School Division B program. The middle school program begins December - April with weekly practices, invitations and a chance to represent Grand Haven at regional and state tournaments. Registration and information will be avaiable after school starts on www.ghmsso.info
Are you interested in the middle school program for grades 6th - 9th. Click here
The elementary science olympiad tournament is a competition for students in grades 3 - 6. There are 4 events offered this year. Students can choose to participate in as many events as they’d like. In this STEM competition, events will be scored and awards given to the top 6 competitors in each event.
This year's events include: Mindbenders, Nature Quest, Chopper Challenge and a NEW Event TBD.
Students may choose to practice prior to the competition but it is not required. The goal is to have fun and learn more about science!
This is an excellent opportunity for students who love science and competition.
Would you like an opportunity to improve your skills and be more competitive?????
Attend a workshop.
Dates are coming soon.
The 9th somewhat annual Grand Haven Elementary Science Olympiad Tournament will take place on Nov 7, 2026 at White Pines Intermediate School.
Students will enter to compete in either the Elementary (3rd/4th grade) or Intermediate (5th /6thgrade) divisions. They will have an opportunity to win a top six award in each event entered with awards given in each division. Our goal is to have easy to follow rules available through our website. Our intent is to have every event something that can either be built the day of the event or have enough info to make it possible to practice on your own ahead of the tournament.
To register for the 4 event tournament use this link COMING SOON to the registration form. For those paying with cash or check a fee of $25 payable to GHAPS before the the last workshop. Payment can be sent to Lakeshore Middle School 900 S. Cutler Grand Haven attn: Melissa Jaeger. You may register the day of the event for $35.
We look forward to another exciting tournament with lots of smart, fun kids participating!
George and Melissa Jaeger, tournament directors jaegerg@ghaps.org, jaegerm@ghaps.org
Grand Haven Elementary Science Olympiad Tournament
Some facts:
Competition will be 11/7/2026 at White Pines Intermediate School with events beginning at 8:30 am through 12:00. An awards assembly will be at 1:00 pm in the auditorium.
There are 4 events: Nature Quest, Mindbenders and Chopper Challenge and a brand new event that will be announced soon
Competitors: Each event may be entered alone or with a partner.
Divisions: 2 (Elementary: 3rd/ 4th Grades and Intermediate: 5th /6thGrade)
Awards: 1st-3rd Medals, 4th-6th Ribbons for each division in each event
Participation Fee: $25 if registered and paid by the last workshop OR $35 on day of event. At this time we are only able to accept checks or cash. Bring to payment to the open house (Oct 19 or 22) or workshop (TBD), drop off or mail to Lakeshore Middle School attention M. Jaeger Address: 900 S Cutler Grand Haven 49417
T-SHIRT: Child must be registered by the last workshop to guarantee a T-SHIRT