Twenty-eight Humble ISD elementary schools competed in this year's Science Olympiad, a hands-on competition that challenges fifth-grade students to apply science concepts through real-world problem-solving.
After months of preparation in Science Olympiad clubs, students tackled familiar challenges with unexpected twists, requiring critical thinking, adaptability and teamwork. Students competed in one of three pathways: Space, Environmental or Engineering.
Below are the first-place winners in each category:
Space Pathway – Shadow Forest Elementary
The Space Pathway focuses on Earth and space systems, introducing students to planetary science and space exploration through modeling and investigation activities.
Sponsor: Melissa Frasier
The Shadow Forest Elementary team was unable to attend the recognition ceremony.
Environmental Pathway – Greentree Elementary
The Environmental Pathway focuses on organisms and their environments, emphasizing ecology, natural resource conservation and human impact on Earth systems.
Sponsors: Kelly Abdmoulaie and Dani Galiano
Team Members: Annabelle Bouquet, Ember Boyle, Liam Cruz, Aman Dalvi, Sofia Esparza, Everly Fritz, Luke Grisham, Harper Hickman, Isaac Hsu, Ariana Jensen, Soren Larsen, Brooke McGlaun, Gretchen Oefner, Charlotte Reed, Bennett St. Andre, Ben Welch and Juliette Zavala.
Engineering Pathway – Hidden Hollow Elementary
The Engineering Pathway focuses on force, motion and energy while introducing students to scientific inquiry, engineering design and problem-solving practices.
Sponsors: Desiree Garcia and Erin Shane
Team Members: Elizabeth Behrend, Katia Bernal, Trent Brady, Jose Cruz, Avery Fink, Jonah Gault, Mila Gimenez, Preston Hicks, Ethan Huss, Kane Zhao, Parker Meith, Elias Mikel, Terrance Motley Jr., Elise Murphy, Harriet Mutugi, Ryleigh Richardson, Violet Shafer, Easton Wells and Ignacy Wesolowski.
