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Plainfield North Shines in State Science Olympiad
Plainfield, IL, USA,Sunday, May 10, 2026
The University of Illinois hosted the state‑level Science Olympiad on April 18, bringing together 54 schools competing for top honors. Plainfield North High School, having qualified after a fourth‑place finish at its regional meet, stepped onto the state stage ready to showcase their talent.
Standout Performances
| Event | Team Member(s) | Placement |
|---|---|---|
| Disease Detectives | Devanshi Chauhan & Umair Khan (Juniors) | 1st |
| Helicopter | Varshid Chidambara (Senior) & Vamshid Chidambara (Sophomore) | 3rd |
| Rocks & Minerals | Patricia Botnari & Kaitlyn Gaszak (Seniors) | 3rd |
| Dynamic Planet | Nyla Rizvi & Akshith Vasa | 4th |
| Electric Vehicle | Daniel Chavez (Junior) | 5th |
Roster Highlights
- Seniors: Carson Payne, Kyle Zumstein, Patricia Botnari, Kaitlyn Gaszak
- Juniors: Nicolas Barrios, Devanshi Chauhan, Daniel Chavez, Gavin Gunderson, Umair Khan, Dylan O’Connor
- Sophomores: Vamshid Chidambara, Sahil Sabzaali
Impact
These results underscore the growth of Plainfield North’s Science Olympiad program and reflect the dedication of its students and coaching staff. The team’s success demonstrates how hard work, collaboration, and curiosity can lead to achievement on a statewide stage.
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