* We are looking for a Physics Team Assistant coach to train with our current outstanding Physics Team coach for the 2011-2012 school year; please contact us if you are interested. *
The Edina Center for Academic Excellence, a non-profit educational organization supporting high potential students, is sponsoring the West Metro Physics Team (WMPT). This opportunity is open to top science and math students in grades 8 to 12.
Students are welcome to join a wider cohort of area high school students to train and compete together on the West Metro Physics Team sponsored by the Edina Center for Academic Excellence. The goal is to grow the team members in global competitiveness and individual success in the Physics Bowl and help students advance towards the prestigious United States Physics Team USPT Competition.
No prior physics knowledge is necessary although a strong math background is helpful. Students in grades 8-11, who are advanced in math and would like to try competitive problem solving are invited to participate. Team members will receive professional coaching and train two hours a week through the fall and winter beginning in September, and compete in the Physics Bowl in April. This training program has already produced locally 1 USPT finalist, 2 USPT semi-finalists, 3 Physics Bowl Regional Winners and two Second Place Team finishes.
In addition to the West Metro Physics Team, we also offer two physics contests which any student may register for if they are unable to take it at their school. We order a set number of test packets, registration priority is given to WMPT members (exam fee is included with membership).
The F=ma Contest: Multiple-choice only, focusing on mechanics; problems can be solved without the use of calculus. Exam time: 75 minutes (allow 90 minutes total to administer the exam). Given in late January to early February; there is a $15 fee to students not a member of WMPT. Link to past F=MA exams 
Physics Bowl Contest: is a 40-question, 45-minute timed, multiple-choice test given in late March to early April. There is a $15 fee to students not a member of WMPT.
