Register to participate
All young scientists wishing to display a project at the fair must register in advance through the Registration Form. The final registration deadline is March 23 at 3:40 pm.
Projects should be student driven
Parents should use their best judgment in deciding when to get involved, such as when there is a potential safety issue. For especially young kids, parents may provide some guidance, but it is important that the kids be able to call the project their own.
Working with someone else
You may work on your project independently, or you may optionally work with a partner who is also a student in your grade level at Newcastle Elementary.
Need help choosing a topic?
What are some things that you have wondered about? The best topics come from your own genuine curiosity about how something works or why something is the way that it is. If you have trouble thinking of something on your own, the school
library has books with examples of science projects.
Project restrictions
Projects may not include living organisms, including plants; taxidermy specimens; preserved animals or animal parts; body fluids; hazardous substances; harmful chemicals; weapons; flames or highly flammable materials. Displays also cannot
include sharp or breakable items or dry ice.
Judging and awards
Our science fair is non-competitive, as our goal is simply to encourage scientific exploration and discovery and promote a deep, lifelong passion for science. Each participant will have an opportunity to briefly present their project to a judge, and they
will each receive a certificate.
Volunteers needed!
A big event like the science fair wouldn't be possible without the help of numerous volunteers. If you think you can spare an hour or two on the day of the fair, we would love your help. Please contact Danielle Dixon at danielle_dixon@comcast.net and sign up now!
Financial Assistance Available to Those Who Qualify
Please contact your teacher if you need financial assistance to participate in the science fair.
