Students are reminded that they represent their respective schools in this county wide event. Considerate and courteous behavior is expected from all participants. Host schools graciously open their doors to hundreds of visitors during the event. As buildings must be ready for classes the following morning, the cooperation of everyone is necessary.
- No paper, pencils, books, food, gum, or soft drinks are permitted. Water, in re-sealable plastic containers, is the only refreshment allowed.
- Upon arrival at the Reading Olympics, team members report directly to the round one assigned classroom.
- Because the moderator is responsible for the condition of the classroom at the conclusion of the event, furniture, desks, chairs, etc. should not be rearranged until he/she is present to supervise classroom displays, contents of desks, computers, etc. should never be touched.
- Each team selects a team captain who is responsible for either reciting the answer or designating a specific team member, by name, to answer the question. The team captain collaborates with other team members before giving an answer.
- Students are not permitted to confer with opposing teams, the audience, or the team chaperone once a round has begun.
- Moderators and scorekeepers are volunteers who have not read all of the books. They make every effort to be fair in judging answers. Students may not argue a moderator’s decision. The moderator’s decision is final.
- After each team has had the opportunity to answer 20 questions, the question portion of the round is finished; however, students must remain in the room until the end of Round 1 or 2 is officially announced. Students should remain seated and must visit quietly to ensure that announcements may be heard. When Round 3 questions are complete, teams may proceed to their assigned award location. Noise in the hallways is unfair to the other teams and prolongs the event.
Please email Reading Olympics with questions or concerns.
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