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Why Do a Science Fair Project?
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Enhance your college application – Students who compete and receive recognition in a science fair demonstrate a set of skills that sets them apart from other students during the college admission process.
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Meet students and professionals with shared interests in many areas of science.
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Win scholarships and other awards at all levels of science fair competitions.
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Make your merit scholarship application stand out by competing in a science fair.
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It’s fun! Really! You are discovering and experimenting with the unknown!
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Learn a ton! Not only about science… also project planning and time management skills, research skills, writing skills, presentation and communication skills.
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Earn acknowledgment and recognition from peers and professional adults.
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Go all the way and qualify for the International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF) and win a free trip to San Jose, California and time off from school in May!
Points of Contact at CJ
Mrs. Draeger Rm. 237 CIL
Ms. Caroline Andary Chemistry, Environmental Science Rm. 222
Mrs. Judy Johnston Chemistry Rm. 227
Mr. Brad Kassner Physics, Physical Science, Electronics Rm. 213
Mrs. Amy O’Loughlin Life Sciences, Biomedical, A&P Rm. 226
Ms. Amanda Ooten Biology Rm. 222
Mr. Bill Stachler Physics Rm. 216
Science Fair Dates
CJ Science Fair at CJ Thursday, February ___, 2011 after school
Montgomery County Science Day at UD Saturday, March __, 2011 all day
West District Science Day at Central State Saturday, March __, 2011 all day
Ohio State Science Day at OSU Saturday, May 7, 2011
Science Fair Timeline 2009-10
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Required Task
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Check
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October
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Purchase science fair log book (spiral notebook or composition book)
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Brainstorm topics and questions (e.g. Science Buddies Topic Selection Wizard)
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16
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Project Submission Form with Question/Hypothesis due to science teacher
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28
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MANDATORY session 8:00 – 9:15am – in the CIL - information about ISEF forms and resources
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30
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Deadline for ordering supplies
Research Plan and initial Bibliography should be complete
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November
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2
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OPTIONAL open lab session 3:15–4:00pm – Bio lab
Completed ISEF forms due to Mrs. Draeger
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9
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OPTIONAL open lab session 3:15–4:00pm – Bio lab
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16
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OPTIONAL open lab session 3:15–4:00pm – Bio lab
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13
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Research paper should be complete
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24
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Experiment design should be complete, including hypothesis, variables, and materials and procedures.
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30
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OPTIONAL open lab session 3:15–4:00pm – Bio lab
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December
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7
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OPTIONAL open lab session 3:15–4:00pm – Bio lab
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11
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Experiments (minimum 3 runs) should be complete
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14
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OPTIONAL open lab session 3:15–4:00pm – Bio lab
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18
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Deadline for in-school lab work.
No access to school or labs during Christmas break.
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January
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11
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Data analysis and conclusions should be complete
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19
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Final report and Abstract due to science teacher
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February
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1
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MANDATORY session 3:15-5:30pm – Oral presentation to science fair student group -
Rm. 222
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11
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Final project display board should be complete
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18
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CJ Science Fair – after school
Judging begins at 4:30pm; Awards ceremony 6:30
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March
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1
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Paperwork due for West District Science Day
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6
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Montgomery County Science Day at UD
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20
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West District Science Day at Central State Univ.
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May
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8
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State Science Day at OSU
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9-14
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ISEF International Science & Engineering Fair in CA
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Valuable Resources to Help You
Open Lab Sessions at CJ
A CJ science teacher will be present to provide assistance and answer questions.
Mondays, after school 3:15 – 4:00pm in the Biology lab – Rm. 218
November 2, 9, 16, 30
December 7, 14
Useful Websites
To know which ISEF forms to complete, use the ISEF Rules Wizard: http://www.societyforscience.org/isef/students/wizard/
All forms available at ISEF website: http://www.societyforscience.org/ISEF/document/index.asp
Science Fair Project Ideas, Answers, and Tools for Students: www.sciencebuddies.org
Including an excellent “Topic Selection Wizard”
Additional resources online:
www.cdli.ca/sciencefairs/
http://school.discoveryeducation.com/sciencefaircentral/#
http://faculty.washington.edu/chudler/fair.html
http://www.ipl.org/kidspace/browse/mas6000
http://www.super-science-fair-projects.com/
Professional Mentors/Sponsors
Through partnership with Wright-Patterson Air Force Base (WPAFB), CJ alumni, and the CJ STEMM program, Mrs. Draeger will assist you in finding a local professional to serve as your project mentor and sponsor. This individual will be someone who works, and has expertise, in a STEMM field related to your science fair topic. Let Mrs. Draeger know if you are interested.
WPAFB Scopes for Students Program
Borrow a computer-based digital storage oscilloscope (DSO) system to conduct scientific measurements. http://edoutreach.wpafb.af.mil/ed_outreach/pages/scopes.html |
