Cascade Ridge Science Fair 2010
What is a science fair?
A science fair is an opportunity for any student to explore a science topic of their own choosing. Students work on their science project at home between January and March, and display their work proudly at the fair on the evening of March 18. Participation is optional for grades KG-3rd, and required for 4th and 5th graders.
Register to participate.
All young scientists wishing to participate must register in advance through this online form. We strongly encourage early registration in order to reserve your space and your project board. Final registration deadline is March 5 for KG-3rd graders and January 27 for 4th-5th graders.
Projects should be student driven.
Project ideas should come from the students and the effort should be driven by them. Parents should use their best judgment when deciding how much to help. For example, parents should get involved when there is a potential safety issue. Also, for younger kids, parents may need to provide extra guidance. But either way, it is important that all kids truly be able to call the project their own.
Working with someone else.
5th graders must work on their project independently. KG-4th graders may work independently or optionally work with a partner who is also a student at Cascade Ridge, such as a classmate, sibling, or friend. KG-3rd graders can also do a project involving your whole class!
Need help choosing a topic?
When it comes to choosing a topic, the sky is the limit! What have you wondered about? The best topics come from your own genuine curiosity about how something works, or why something is the way that it is. But if you have trouble thinking of something on your own, we have great page full of resources to help you choose a topic.
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 ribbon and a certificate.
Submit your photos!
During the evening of the science fair, on the big screen we will be displaying a slide show of photos taken by you! So parents -- while your young scientist is busy conducting that wild experiment, sneak out your digital camera and capture some shots. Then upload them here by March 14, so we can include them in the slide show. Note: All submissions may not be included in the show.
Volunteers needed!
A big event like the science fair wouldn't be possible without the help of numerous volunteers. We have all kinds of different jobs to be done, so if think you can spare an hour or two on either March 17 or 18, we would love your help. Please check out our volunteer page and sign up now!