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Frequently Asked Questions  Day of the Fair How long does the Fair last? About 4 hours from beginning to end.
Where will the Fair be held?Black River Middle School
When do I arrive to set up my project?You must arrive to register your project between 8:30 and 9:30 AM. This will assure that you have sufficient time to set up your project prior to judging. If you already know your table location (sent via email the night before the Fair) you do not need to stand in the registration line.
What other activities will be at the Fair?There are exhibits and science demonstrations and food to eat.
When can I take my project home?We ask that you keep your project up for display until the end of judging at 1:30 pm.
Will food be available at the Fair?Judges often need to revisit projects later in the day while compiling their scores. If you must leave, please make arrangements to leave your project in place and pick it up after judging. Projects must be picked up by 4pm. Yes, there is a very reasonably priced food court at the Fair.
Judging How much time will be allotted to judge my project? The judges are given about 5 minutes to judge projects in grades K-2 and between 10 and 15 minutes for projects in grades 3-8.
Can Mom and Dad watch my presentation to the judges?While your Mom and Dad are welcome to watch the judging process, we do ask that they stand back and not participate in the process. The judges are interested in your knowledge of your experiment.
Can I see the judging scoresheet ahead of time?Samples of the judging scoresheets can be viewed from the Science Fair website. See Sample scoresheets (K-2, 3-5, 6-8)
Do I have to be present at the time of judging? Yes, the judges need to speak to you in order to effectively evaluate your project.
Click on judging information for things the judges will be looking for.
Who are the judges that will judge the projects?Our judges come with a wide variety of scientific experience. Some have been judges for over 15 years; a few may be highly qualified high school students who were successful Chester Science Fair participants themselves. Many currently work in the field of science as chemists, engineers, teachers or researchers. We do our best to match your project's area of science with a judge with a similar scientific background.
Can I see the judges’ scoresheets after the Fair?The scoresheets and general range of scores will be posted online shortly after conclusion of the Fair. You will be able to use your password to view your individual scoresheet. The actual scoresheet is available upon request.
Awards When is the Awards ceremony? Immediately following the conclusion of the Fair, we will recognize the winners of our Special Awards and Science Bowl. Peer Recognition Awards assemblies for Dickerson, Bragg & Black River Schools will take place during the schoolday the week following the Fair, usually on that Monday.
How many medals and ribbons are awarded each year?There are no specific numbers of Blue Ribbons or Medals to be awarded, either in total or by grade level. The actual number of Blue Ribbons and Medals to be awarded will depend on the number of entries in a specific grade level. See Awards Policy
Will projects in grades K-2 be given awards?Yes, all these students receive an award.
Will there be any Special Awards given this year?Check Special Awards for an up-to-date list of any special awards. Check back often to see if there are any changes/additions.
Projects How much space can I have to display my project? You will be given table space of 36" wide and 30" deep. If you need more space or any other space requirements you must specify this when you register your project. Extra space will not be given on Fair day.
Can I do a project with friends or siblings?Teams from Dickerson or Bragg School may have a maximum of three students. BRMS teams may have a maximum of two. If team members are in different grades, the project will be judged at the highest grade level represented on the team. K-2 students are not allowed to join a team from a higher grade. Dickerson students can form teams with other Dickerson students only.
What is the Scientific Method?See Steps to Success for more information.
What should my display look like?Your display should be interesting and eye catching. Use pictures and diagrams to illustrate your work on a poster display. Present your title prominently. Be sure to include the purpose of your project, your hypothesis, and the procedures followed as well as your results and conclusions. Take the time to develop an exhibit that is indicative of the effort you put into your research. Samples, demonstrations, models, experimental equipment, etc. should be exhibited where possible. These can be displayed on the table in front of your presentation board. See guidelines for more information.
Safety Can I bring animals to the Fair? All live animals should be kept caged at all times unless removal from the cage is essential to the demonstration for the judges only. Only animals that are normally kept in confinement (for example, rodents, reptiles, fish, insects) may be brought to the Fair. Live animals in exhibits should, in all cases, be treated humanely and subjected to minimal stress. No project involving mistreated, injured, sick or dead animals will be allowed to exhibit at the Fair.
Can I have access to electricity at the Fair?If you intend to use any electrical circuit (wall outlet or battery powered), you must indicate this when registering your project online.
Are there any restrictions to the kinds of chemicals I can bring to the Fair?You MUST NOT bring: explosive, flammable, corrosive or highly poisonous substances, armed rockets or their propellants, or cylinders or compressed gases into the exhibit area. All other substances must be shielded in such a way that maximum protection is provided for spectators, neighboring exhibits and yourself. If you intend to bring ANY chemicals at all to the Fair, you must indicate this when registering your project online.
What kinds of things could disqualify my project?Projects will be scrutinized on the day of the Fair for compliance with safety rules, and may be disabled or even rejected due to violations.
Project Registration How do I register my project? Use the online Project Registration wizard.
If I have partners on my project do we both need to register?Yes. We need to know how students will be attending the Fair so we can order enough ribbons and other awards.
What if I need to change my project after I’ve registered it?Go to Project Registration wizard and use the password that was assigned to you when you first registered your project to make any changes.
Can I change my project category after I’ve registered it?Go to Project Registration wizard and use the password that was assigned to you when you first registered your project to make any changes.
What if my project partner changes after I’ve registered it?The partner that is dropping out of the registered project can go to the Project Registration Wizard and make the change.
What is the deadline for submitting my project registration? You must go online and register your project by February 17th.
Will I be allowed to enter the Fair if I forget to register my project?You must register your project by the deadline. There is no guarantee of space for projects that don't pre-register.
What should I do if I am unable to attend the Fair, after I have registered my project?Let us know as soon as possible, even the night before the Fair.
This & That Who should I contact if I have any questions? Call Marcia Asdal at 879-6026 or email
Are there any websites that could help me?Here are some suggestions. See Resources for some examples. |
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