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The STEM Yard
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The STEM Yard episodes
- 2024 State Tournament Recap
You won't want to miss this week's episode of the STEM Yard podcast, because we are recapping the 2024 NC Science Olympiad State Tournament! 🎉
Your host, Alonzo Alexander, is on the scene to bring you all the thrilling details. Get ready to hear about which teams took home the big prizes, and listen in on Alonzo's conversations with the incredible competitors.
These students have worked so hard to showcase their STEM skills, and we couldn't be more proud of them! 👏
Of course, none of this would be possible without the incredible volunteers, families, and sponsors that make NC Science Olympiad the amazing community that it is. A huge round of applause to all of you!
Tune in now to experience the energy and excitement of the 2024 NC Science Olympiad State Tournament.
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The STEM Yard is a production of The Science House at NC State University. Our show is produced by Valerie Bass with assistance from the NC Science Olympiad. We are supported by funding from The Backyard Foundation.32 min - State Tournament Preview
In this week's episode of The STEM Yard, Alonzo chats with NC Science Olympiad Director Lisa Giacomelli and Program Coordinator Jayne Carlisle about the upcoming 2024 State Tournament on NC State's campus on April 12-13th. Alonzo, Lisa and Jayne discuss plans for the State Tournament including ways to get involved and how teams can get into the spirit of competition.
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Hold onto your test tubes because we've got a real scientific gem for you! Introducing Sidney Wilkerson-Hill, NC State Alum, brilliant Assistant Professor in the Chemistry Department at UNC Chapel Hill and former Science Olympiad whiz-kid extraordinaire.
From acing science competitions to shaping young minds in the classroom, Sidney's journey from Science Olympiad competitor to keynote speaker at the 2024 NC Science Olympiad State Tournament is nothing short of awe-inspiring.
Join us as we chat with Sidney about all things science, education, and the thrill of competition. Get ready to be inspired by their passion for igniting curiosity in the next generation of budding scientists.
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The STEM Yard is a production of The Science House at NC State University. Our show is produced by Valerie Bass with assistance from the NC Science Olympiad. We are supported by funding from The Backyard Foundation.24 min - 50 Years with Rooney Coffman
Join Alonzo as he sits down with Rooney Coffman, the Director of the prestigious Laurinburg Tournament - the oldest Science Olympiad tournament in North Carolina.
Let's celebrate 50 years of excellence with NCSO (North Carolina Science Olympiad) as we reflect on its remarkable journey and impact over the past half-century. Discover the history, insights, and stories from the first Science Olympiad Tournament.
Explore more NCSO History!The STEM Yard
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The STEM Yard is a production of The Science House at NC State University. Our show is produced by Valerie Bass with assistance from the NC Science Olympiad. We are supported by funding from The Backyard Foundation.30 min - Renee's "Tree-mendous" Resources
Get ready to take your forestry skills to the next level! In this episode, we have the incredible Renee Strnad, Event Leader for Forestry, as our special guest.
Renee, a true expert in the field, serving as the State Coordinator for Project Learning Tree and an Environmental Educator at NC State University. Join us as Renee shares her valuable insights, techniques, and secrets for dominating the forestry event.
Whether you're a seasoned competitor or just starting out, this episode is packed with tips that will help you sharpen your skills and stand out from the crowd.From tree identification to learning forestry history, Renee has seen it all and mastered it all. She'll be revealing the strategies to beat the competition.
So grab your binder, sharpen your pencils, and get ready for an action-packed episode filled with forestry event competition tips and tricks that will have you feeling like a true champion. Tune in now!
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The STEM Yard is a production of The Science House at NC State University. Our show is produced by Valerie Bass with assistance from the NC Science Olympiad. We are supported by funding from The Backyard Foundation.26 min - Winning with WeberIn this episode, we have a special guest with us - Pat Weber, the former coach of the Carnage Magnet Middle School Science Olympiad team. Pat is no ordinary coach, as she won the Coach of the Year award in 2017. Her leadership and expertise have led Carnage to numerous State and National Tournaments throughout her successful tenure.
Join us as we dive into Pat's incredible journey as a coach and explore the strategies she implemented to achieve such remarkable success. We'll uncover her secrets to building a winning team, fostering a passion for STEM subjects, and overcoming challenges along the way.
Whether you're an aspiring coach or simply interested in hearing about inspiring stories from the world of STEM education, this episode is not to be missed. Tune in as we chat with Pat Weber and gain valuable insights into what it takes to excel in Science Olympiad competitions. Get ready for an engaging conversation filled with wisdom, inspiration, and a whole lot of STEM awesomeness!The STEM Yard
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The STEM Yard is a production of The Science House at NC State University. Our show is produced by Valerie Bass with assistance from the NC Science Olympiad. We are supported by funding from The Backyard Foundation.39 min - Wolfpack Invitational
A special BONUS episode of #TheSTEMYard podcast has just dropped! 🎙️ Join our amazing Alonzo Alexander, as he deep dives into the minds of the Wolfpack Science Olympiad crew, the NC State alumni behind the FIRST ever Division B Invitational in North Carolina! 🏆 Wanna know all the details? Tune in as Nirmiti Nerkar and Janet Cobb share all the tea ☕ Be a part of the game-changing event and score a free T-shirt - because who doesn't love free stuff? 🎧💡🐺
Sign-up to volunteer at the upcoming invitational on January 20th!The STEM Yard
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The STEM Yard is a production of The Science House at NC State University. Our show is produced by Valerie Bass with assistance from the NC Science Olympiad. We are supported by funding from The Backyard Foundation.26 min - Jayne Carlisle
Introducing Season 2 of #TheSTEMYard, where we dive deep into the fascinating world of Science Olympiad and beyond! Join us as host Alonzo Alexander sits down with the phenomenal Jayne Carlisle, our NEW Program Coordinator!
In this episode, Jayne spills the beans about her passion for Science Olympiad and shares her vision for the program. Plus, she dishes out some seriously valuable tips you won't want to miss!
Tune in and discover how Jayne's enthusiasm, expertise, and love for all things STEM will take our program to new heights.
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The STEM Yard is back with a bang! Join us for an exciting Division A Launch Party, hosted by the one and only Alonzo Alexander. This is a great episode to listen to with your team. It's interactive and students can guess, along side Alonzo, as NCSO Director Lisa Giacomelli unveils new events using clues.
Our brand new events will push your scientific knowledge and skills to the next level. From mind-bending challenges to hands-on experiments, there's something for everyone. Get ready for a rollercoaster ride of fun and excitement!
Pssst... Be the first to know...
During our launch party, we will be revealing the highly anticipated theme for the 2024 season. Brace yourself as we embark on a new journey of discovery and innovation.
2024 Slate of Events | Spotify Playlist | Event Resources | Coach ResourcesThe STEM Yard
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In this week's episode of The STEM Yard, host Alonzo Alexander is back for part two of our LIVE coverage from the 2023 Science Olympiad National Tournament at Wichita State University. Alonzo chats with three teams; Seven Lakes High School from Katy, Texas, Enloe Magnet High School from Raleigh, NC and Carmel High school from Carmel, Indiana.
Teams discuss what it's like competing at an in-person Nationals for the first time in years, how fun it can be connecting with other teams, best merch at the swap meet and their experience at Wichita State University.
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Welcome to The STEM Yard the official podcast of the North Carolina Science Olympiad. Join host Alonzo Alexander as he dives into the competitive and academic world surrounding the largest STEM…
competition in the state.Inspired by The Brickyard at NC State, The STEM Yard is a space for those who love science, technology, engineering and mathematics to connect and share their stories.