Program Archive: '24-'25 Winter 12-Week Bootcamp
Intense Preparation for Science Bowl
Building Expertise Through Intensity and Practice
The '24-'25 Winter Bootcamp was created to provide an unparalleled level of preparation for dedicated middle school students. We aimed to move beyond foundations to build true mastery, quick recall, and effective teamwork. This intensive 12-week structure allowed for focused improvement in all subject areas, combined with high-pressure practice simulating real competition.
Focused Learning for Preparation
Core Components of the Bootcamp
This intensive 12-week bootcamp was structured around several key components designed to maximize improvement:
- Daily Classes: Students received rigorous 1 hour daily classes covering the full scope of Science Bowl topics.
- Weekly Buzzer Practice: Dedicated weekly sessions focused on improving reaction time, recall speed under pressure, and overall confidence using online Science Bowl-style buzzers.
- Tournament Preparation: The entire program was built towards the final tournament on April 6th, ensuring students were not only prepared with the knowledge, but also the experience of a competitive environment.
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Voices from the Bootcamp
"I learnt more advanced concepts than before. Even though I knew a lot about science, this helped me gain a deeper understanding in concepts."
Vihaan Parulekar
6th Grade Student in Physics and Earth & Space
"It was a great, educative experience. I got to learn a lot more about different fields of science, and had an amazing time doing so! Overall, it’s a very well put together and interesting science program"
Meghna Arvind
7th Grade Student in Chemistry and Physics
"I really appreciated how the coaches explained the concepts throughly and made sure we understood."
Sudiksha Nataraj
6th Grade Student in Chemistry and Physics