Guidelines

     

    The Olney Elementary School PTA is pleased to sponsor a non-competitive Science Fair. Participation is purely voluntary and open to all students in grades kindergarten - fifth. Our goal is to provide an opportunity for kids to gain some experience applying the scientific method to an area of personal interest within an environment that focuses on the process of doing science rather than on competition. All participants will receive a certificate noting their achievement. If everyone learns a little bit about scientific inquiry, then the Science Fair will be a valuable learning experience. . . and a lot of FUN!

    scientistGuidelines for the Science Fair

    · Science Fair Packets (application and pertinent information) are available in the Media Center.

    · Investigations that apply the scientific method are encouraged, rather than research papers.

    · Each project must submit a completed and signed entry form (return to the Media Center) on or before TBA.

    · Each project is limited to a tabletop area approximately 3’x3’.

    · A three-segment display board is recommended for your presentation.

    · Displays should not require access to an electrical outlet.

    · Participants will have an opportunity to stand by their project during the open viewing time to describe their experience to visitors. The documentation on the display should be self-explanatory, in the absence of the participant.

    · Parents and families are more than welcome to become involved with the student’s project.

    · Each participant is responsible for setting up and dismantling his/her own display. Set up time will be available beginning at 6:00 PM. Take down begins promptly at 8:30 PM.