Getting started
step 1: Choose a topic |
Encourage students to choose something that is interesting to them. Individual and group projects are allowed, so also decide if you will be working alone or with another student. Please refer to Judging tab if you are interested in eligibility for the Regional Science Fair.
Tips for choosing a topic:
* You are not permitted to grow mold or other things that can be cultured. There can also be no use of flames/fire or dangerous chemicals. If animals or human participants are being used, prior approval is needed. Please refer to the Resources tab above to find these. |
step 2: Sign Up |
Use the link below to sign up to participate in the Laurel Park Science Fair. Registration will be open through Friday, September 25th.
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Step 3: Complete Project |
Use the scientific method to complete your project:
Please refer to the resources tab if you are interested in eligibility for the Regional Science Fair. |
Step 4: Complete a display |
Use a cardboard, self-standing, tri-fold display board (no more than 3' tall by 4' wide when completely unfolded) to create a visual display of your project.
Electricity and running water will not be available for your display at the science fair. Display boards are available from Target, Walmart, Michaels, AC Moore, Staples, Stone's, office supply stores, and some drug stores for less than $5. |
step 5: Bring Project to school |
Students should bring their projects to school on the designated day for their track (October 21st for tracks 1, 2, and 3; October 22 for track 4).
They will have an opportunity to present their project to their class prior to it being displayed in the cafeteria for the school wide fair. |
Step 6: Family Night |
Invite friends and family to come to the Science Fair family night on October 22 to see all of the students' projects, including those that will be representing Laurel Park at the Regional Science Fair.
There will be a brief meeting for the parents of the students whose projects will be representing Laurel Park at the Regional Fair to discuss and answer questions about the Regional Fair. |