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I was recently reading the September-October, 2023 issue of \u201cConnected Science Learning,\u201d a publication of the National Science Teaching Association.\xa0

In this issue, I read the article \u201c40 Years of Inspiring Students to Explore STEM: What has Science Olympiad Learned?\u201d\xa0 It was written by John F. Loehr and Jenny Kopach.

In May 2024, Science Olympiad will celebrate the 40th Annual Science Olympiad National Tournament at Michigan State University.\xa0 The Olympiad has been successful over these 40 years because it has demonstrated the following four factors:

• Recognition - Students\u2019 work and efforts are displayed and recognized in a very public fashion.
• Personal Choice - Students have the autonomy to decide how they want to be involved in the program.
• Peer and Professional Networks - Students\u2019 passion and interest in topics is recognized and celebrated by both their peers and STEM professionals.
• Responsiveness - The 23-event structure gives Science Olympiad the flexibility to adapt to changing interests, circumstances, and needs.