Frequently Asked Questions
How do I do the display?
Your project should be neat and attractive. It should be your own work, demonstrate your ideas, and reflect your creative talents.
  1. The display should stand rigidly and be self-supporting.
    Please don’t plan on taping it to the wall: Many
    students use a tri-fold board that is light and easy to carry. You may also use stiff cardboard, wood or other materials hold the display.
  2. Make all letters large, clear and neat. Your project should explain itself through the pictures, diagrams and other data.
  3. Measurement should be in metric units because scientists have agreed to use this measurement system in scientific experiments.
  4. Because of limited space, your total display cannot
    exceed 4 feet in width and 3 feet in depth. (You will have one-third of a cafeteria table upon which to set up your project).

Where can I get ideas?
These are just some of the online resources:

bullet www.pbskids.org/zoom/activities/sci
bullet www.pbskids.org/dragonflytv/scifair/index
bullet www.exploratorium.edu/science_explorer/index

What are the Safety Rules?
For safety reasons the following types of exhibits are not allowed:

bullet No projects that harm or cause undue stress to humans or animals
bullet No live vertebrate animals
bullet No bacterial cultures
bullet No controlled substances
bullet No dangerous or combustible chemicals
bullet No open flames
bullet No “giveaways” (ex., candy, pencils, balloons, etc.)

What if I have questions?
Call one of the members of the Science Fair Committee:
Karen Ewanich, 871-9653
Stephanie Hernon, 871-9394
Patti Taylor, 878-4431

 

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