December, 2004
Dear Teacher,
This year’s Niagara County Science Fair will
take place on April 16, 2005 from 9:00 AM to 2:30 PM. This event is
sponsored by Stella Niagara Education Park, the Environmental Leadership
Institute at Niagara University, the Niagara County Environmental Fund and
the New York Power Authority.
We are looking for projects from 5th, 6th,
7th and 8th grade students. Students may participate
as school science fair winners representing their school or may enter as
individuals who have an interest in science. Although most students
participate through their schools or teacher, this is not the only way for
a student to become involved. Teachers OR parents may sponsor a children
participating in this science fair. We encourage ALL students who enjoy
science to become involved. If any child who would like to become involved
is in need of a project mentor, several knowledgeable scientists have
volunteered their time and are willing to assist any student needing help.
The following guideline will give you an idea of the
expectations for participants:
Students in grades 5 – 6 may enter in teams of 2 or 3, or as
individuals. Students should do the work on the projects. Parents and
others may advise, encourage, inspire, and even demonstrate how to do
something. The students must construct and perform the projects
themselves. Journals or log books, graphs and charts are also encouraged.
Students should write a one to two page summary of their project to show
and use when talking to the judges. Projects are presented informally and
students discuss their findings with the judges. Before the science fair
date, students should review their projects and practice their
presentation skills.
Grade 7 and 8 students enter lecture demonstration projects. These are
formal presentations of the work completed while conducting their science
fair project. Original work is encouraged. A lecture demonstration is
scored primarily on the student’s presentation, knowledge of subject
material, and answers to judges’ questions.
These guidelines are restated in a letter to parents
informing them about the 2005 Niagara County Science Fair and on the
science fair registration form. Parent letters, science fair student
information packets, and a presentation for students addressing the value
of participating in science fairs are all available to the science
teachers upon request. Simply contact the Stella Niagara school office
with your request at 754-4314 or e-mail ncsf2005@yahoo.com.
Please consider having your students become involved in
the "2005 Niagara County Science Fair." It is an enjoyable, educational
and worth-while experience for all who participate.
Sincerely,
