Ridgewood Elementary STEM Fair
Register to participate.
All young scientists wishing to display a project at the fair must register in advance through this online form. Final registration deadline is May 29. Only students who do not have computer access, may fill out a printed application: Printed STEM Application. There will also be a Bottle Rocket Contest, Mousetrap Dragster Race, an Egg Drop Contest and new this year for younger scientists - the Wind Tunnel.
What is a STEM Fair?
- an event where every project entry has a testable question or problem identified
- an event that showcases the connection between science, technology, engineering, and mathematics
- an opportunity for students to explore the natural world and apply scientific skills and processes while seeking knowledge
-an opportunity for schools to showcase student accomplishments
For more details see the following: STEM Fair Workbook (latest version updated on 4/5/2018) For Kindergarten to Grade 2 scientists, use the simplified Scientific Method as reference.
Working with someone else.
You may work on your project independently, or you may optionally work with a partner who is also a student at Ridgewood Elementary, for example, a classmate or a sibling. Projects should be student driven.
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, the internet is full of resources to help you choose a topic. See this link for ideas : Resources on the Internet. In addition, one-on-one help is available at the STEM Fair workshop: 3:45-4:45pm Tuesday, May 15th in the Multi-purpose room.
Judging and awards.
Our goal is 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 Grade 8 student judge, and they will each receive a ribbon. Questions will be presented in an informal and positive manner, and will only take a few minutes during school hours. Review the STEM Packets for details: (latest version updated on 5/29/2018)
K-2nd Judging Sheet, 3-6 Scientific Judging Sheet, & 3-6 Engineering Judging Sheet
For Each Project A Student Must:
1) Register in advance through this online form by May 29.
2) Review the STEM Workbook (latest version updated on 4/5/2018) for details: STEM Workbook or the simplified Scientific Method for K-2nd only.
3) Create a display, which includes a display board.
4) Present the project to a STEM Fair Judge on Tuesday, June 5th.
Important Dates:
Start planning ahead.
5/29/18 - Registration Due online or Printed STEM Fair Application.
6/4/18 - Project Due Date. Bring to school from 8:15-9am.
6/5/18 - Judging held from 10am - 12noon. 6pm - STEM Fair Open House in Multi-Purpose Room
6/6/18 - Classes walk through displays. Pick up projects 12:30pm.
Submit your photos
During the week of the science fair, we will be displaying some photos on the bulletin board in the hall! 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 May 29th, so we can include them in the science collage. Thanks for your help!
Volunteers needed!
A big event like the STEM fair wouldn't be possible without the help of numerous volunteers. We have all kinds of different jobs to be done, so if you think you can spare an hour or two on the day of the fair, we would love your help. Please contact April Drake at rwstemfair@gmail.com.
Supplies Available to Students in Need
Free tri-fold boards available to students who qualify for free/reduced meals. See Mrs. Radabaugh in the office. All students however, must register by 5/29. Please contact April Drake at rwstemfair@gmail.com. Tri-fold boards are available at Bartell Drugs in Fairwood.
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