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Thank you for participating in
AOE’s 3rd Annual Science Fair!

Congratulations on entering the Science Fair.  You should be proud of your initiative and effort to develop an entry for our school’s Science Fair.  We know that participating in this academic endeavor took a lot of extra time, and the PTA applauds you.

The PTA wants to make sure that all aspects of the Science Fair are a positive learning experience for all of the participants.  To achieve this goal, it is extremely important that you follow the rules outlined below, listen to the parent volunteers who will be helping on the day of the event, and do your best when you discuss your project with the judges and the students who will tour the Fair on Friday.   Most of all, know that you have taken an important step toward distinguishing yourself as one of the student scientists at AOE!

Please read below to orient yourself on how this event will be coordinated.

CHECK IN: Thursday, February 28, 7:15 – 8:15 am – Projects are due at AOM Gymnasium before school. Check-in includes bringing your display board and any additional items that will be placed in front of your display board, clearly labeled with your name. We will provide a 4x2” identification sticker to be placed on the upper right hand corner of your display board. Participants will also receive a science fair t-shirt.

JUDGING: Thursday, February 28, immediately after school – Participants only are to meet in AOE Auditorium. All projects will be assessed between 1:30 – 3:10 pm. Snacks will be provided. It is mandatory to be present for judging. All students will receive a participation ribbon. The event is competitive for grades 3-5, and the Science Fair packet contains an example of the judging criteria form the judges will use. Top-achieving projects in the competition will receive an Award of Excellence. Projects in grades K-2 will receive recognition for the special characteristics of their projects. Please do not discuss any project with any of the judges before, during or after the event.

MAIN EVENT: Thursday, February 28, 6:00 – 8:00 pm - The main event!   Invite family and friends to join you in celebrating the ambitious young scientists of AOE.  Awards will be presented and the snack bar will snacks and drinks for purchase.

STUDENT WALK- THRU: Friday, February 29– All AOE students will tour the science fair in grade level groups.  We ask that you be present at your project station while your grade level tours the fair so that you can answer questions.  

Thank you in advance for your participation.  Your willingness to participate makes our Science Fair a success.  Please feel free to call or email with questions or comments.

Sue Rohring
Jan Porush
Sheri Dister