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Science & Engineering Fair |
When and where is the Science & Engineering Fair?
December 7, 2023
6:00pm - 7:00pm
LPES Cafeteria
How do I register my student for the Science & Engineering Fair?
Please register your student using this form as early as possible. Registration helps us to organize and plan the event and assure that your student is judged in the correct category. The registration deadline is November 22, 2023.
When are Science & Engineering Fair projects due?
Students can turn in their Science & Engineering Fair projects on the following dates:
December 1 and December 4, 2023
8:45am to 9:15am
LPES Media Center
Please be sure that your student's name, grade, track, and teacher are written on the back of the project board.
How can I get involved as a volunteer?
We are looking for volunteers who can help judge our students' projects. If you have a background in science and/or work in a scientific field, please consider volunteering your time. If you are interested, please reach out to us at LPESScienceFair@gmail.com.
Questions?
Please see our FAQs provided below. If you still have questions, reach out to us at LPESScienceFair@gmail.com.
December 7, 2023
6:00pm - 7:00pm
LPES Cafeteria
How do I register my student for the Science & Engineering Fair?
Please register your student using this form as early as possible. Registration helps us to organize and plan the event and assure that your student is judged in the correct category. The registration deadline is November 22, 2023.
When are Science & Engineering Fair projects due?
Students can turn in their Science & Engineering Fair projects on the following dates:
December 1 and December 4, 2023
8:45am to 9:15am
LPES Media Center
Please be sure that your student's name, grade, track, and teacher are written on the back of the project board.
How can I get involved as a volunteer?
We are looking for volunteers who can help judge our students' projects. If you have a background in science and/or work in a scientific field, please consider volunteering your time. If you are interested, please reach out to us at LPESScienceFair@gmail.com.
Questions?
Please see our FAQs provided below. If you still have questions, reach out to us at LPESScienceFair@gmail.com.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do we need the Science & Engineering Fair?
The purpose of the Science & Engineering Fair is to provide our students with the opportunity to further explore their natural curiosity and engage in scientific investigation. Participating in the Science & Engineering Fair promotes students’ interest in learning science, technology, and engineering.
Who can participate in the Science & Engineering Fair?
All of our students (kindergarten through fifth grade) are welcome to submit a project to the Science & Engineering Fair. Students in third through fifth grades may choose one of these two categories to enter:
Are group projects allowed?
Yes! Students may participate individually or in groups of two or three students.
Will students receive support in designing their projects?
Yes! Students will be able to work with Mrs. Harmon, their Science Enrichment specialist, in designing and executing their projects. If your student has additional questions or needs additional support, reach out to us at LPESScienceFair@gmail.com.
Where do we start?
General Information & Project Ideas
These sites have great information about how to do a Science & Engineering Fair project, as well as tons of fun project ideas!
Scientific Method
The following will help your student learn all about the scientific method.
Parents’ Role in the Science & Engineering Fair
Parents, these pages will help you support your student while allowing him/her to conduct his/her Science & Engineering Fair project.
Why do we need the Science & Engineering Fair?
The purpose of the Science & Engineering Fair is to provide our students with the opportunity to further explore their natural curiosity and engage in scientific investigation. Participating in the Science & Engineering Fair promotes students’ interest in learning science, technology, and engineering.
Who can participate in the Science & Engineering Fair?
All of our students (kindergarten through fifth grade) are welcome to submit a project to the Science & Engineering Fair. Students in third through fifth grades may choose one of these two categories to enter:
- Project for fun
- Project to be judged for eligibility to enter the NCSEF Regional Fair
Are group projects allowed?
Yes! Students may participate individually or in groups of two or three students.
Will students receive support in designing their projects?
Yes! Students will be able to work with Mrs. Harmon, their Science Enrichment specialist, in designing and executing their projects. If your student has additional questions or needs additional support, reach out to us at LPESScienceFair@gmail.com.
Where do we start?
General Information & Project Ideas
These sites have great information about how to do a Science & Engineering Fair project, as well as tons of fun project ideas!
- NC Science Fair Region 3a
- Cool videos from NASA!
- NASA Space Place Science Fair
- How to do a Great Science Fair Project and Board
- Science Buddies
- Science Struck
- Education.com Project Ideas
- I Can Teach My Child
Scientific Method
The following will help your student learn all about the scientific method.
Parents’ Role in the Science & Engineering Fair
Parents, these pages will help you support your student while allowing him/her to conduct his/her Science & Engineering Fair project.