Dear Parents,
As you know, science, technology and engineering are basic skills expected by employers. As Twenty First Century citizens, these students will also have to make some of the toughest decisions of any generation, based on their understanding of emerging science and technology. Science fairs involve students in the practices of science and engineering, requiring them to apply those skills to a topic of interest to them. Hands-on Science is key to understanding science concepts.
Our school is holding a science fair on Tuesday, November 15, 2011 and all students in grades K-5 have been invited to participate. Please note that the project will be done at home. Work should be self-directed. Parents are encouraged to offer emotional support and reminders, but please allow children to do the projects by themselves.
Each science fair project must consist of a student-led scientific investigation (following the scientific method) and a display to present the investigation results to judges and other science fair attendees.
· Volcanoes will not be accepted as experiments
· No Mold Projects will be allowed
· Balloons and other latex materials may be used and photographed, but cannot be brought to school to display.
· Live animals can be used but cannot be harmed or brought to school
All students in grades K-2 will receive certificates of participation and have the opportunity to present their projects. Students in Grades 3-5 will be judged according to a provided rubric. Three top-place science fair winners (grades 3-5) from each school are qualified to participate in the district science fair.
If your child would like to participate in the Science Fair, we ask that you please return the participation form below by Friday, October 21, 2011. Students who sign up to participate will receive a copy of the full guidelines.
Don’t hesitate to call or email with any questions. Thank you for your support!!
Colleen Cauffiel, MEd
Science Teacher, Ford Elementary School
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