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Mount View Middle School Achieves Historic 10th Place in National Science Olympiad
Middle Schoolers Make History Placing 10th In National Science Tournament
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A team from Mount View Middle School in Howard County, Maryland, made history by securing 10th place in the 2026 National Science Olympiad Tournament at the University of Southern California, marking the highest placement for any Maryland middle or high school team.
- 01The Mount View Middle School team is the first from Maryland to win a national tournament team trophy.
- 02They earned medals in three events: hovercraft, water quality, and codebusters.
- 03The team consisted of 15 members and four alternates, competing against 120 teams nationwide.
- 04Participants engaged in tests, chemistry experiments, and complex engineering builds during the tournament.
- 05Dr. Stephen Vance, the team's advisor, emphasized the importance of teamwork and preparation in their success.
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Mount View Middle School students made history by placing 10th in the 2026 National Science Olympiad Tournament, held at the University of Southern California. This achievement is notable as it represents the highest placement ever for any middle or high school team from Maryland. The team, comprising 15 members and four alternates, competed against 120 teams and excelled in three events: hovercraft, water quality, and codebusters. This is also the first time a Maryland team has received a national tournament trophy. Dr. Stephen Vance, the team’s advisor, praised the students for their strong preparation and teamwork, which included working under pressure and supporting each other. He expressed gratitude to the school, families, and volunteers for their support throughout the year, highlighting the collaborative effort that contributed to their success.
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The achievement boosts local pride and highlights the quality of STEM education in Howard County, Maryland.
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