Dear Churchville Student & Parents

Dear Churchville Student & Parents:

This packet contains information about how to participate in Churchville’s 4th Annual Science Fair on Thursday November 5, 2015, including

• Science Fair Rules
• Project Ideas
• Science Project & Display Board Guide.

Please review all of this information, as well as the following details:

Parents, please fill out registration form by and return when picking up the Science display boards on

- Back-to-School Nights Sept 1 & 2, or

- first PTO meeting Sept 8, or

- Back-to-School Picnic Sept 10, or

- School Store (when open, deadline: Oct 16)
$5 is due at that time. This fee is per board; i.e. one fee per individual, group or family.

1. Topic must be submitted by November 1, 2015
2. Science boards & displays MUST be set up in CES Gym in the evening of November 4,, 2015, between 5-7pm. Science Fair volunteers will assist you. Be sure your display complies with all Science Fair Rules.
3. Projects must be labeled as one of the following:
4. Individual Student Project (almost all work is completed by the student)
5. Family Project (other family members help to create the project)
6. Group Student Project (project is completed by up to three students)
7. Classes will visit the Science Fair during the day, Thursday, November 5, 2015.
8. The Science Fair will be open to our School Community on Thursday evening, November 5, from 6:30-8:00 pm. Families and friends are welcome!
9. ALL Science Fair Displays MUST be removed at the end of the Science Fair evening.
10. Questions? Please contact Brig Masone or Jen Siwak at , 661-510-1302 (Brig) or 267-230-3363 (Jen).

Wishing everyone much success and fun with their experiments!

Solar (or wind) power demonstrationHow smoking affects the lungs

How a terrarium worksAll about climate change

Which magnet is strongest?Do family members have similar fingerprints?

Which materials conduct heat best?How does an electric motor work?

Which paper towel brand absorbs the most water?Do coins corrode more in salt or fresh water?

How does vinegar affect eggshells and bones?How does a shadow change throughout the day?

Measuring rainfall with a rain gaugeWhat is nanotechnology?

How temperature affects plant growthCan I build a cantilever?

How fast do kidney beans grow?Can I make my own perfume?

Fluorescent vs. incandescent light bulb: which is best?Can plants grow without soil?

What behaviors does my hamster exhibit most frequently?Collections (e.g., insects, leaves, shells, rocks)

Do different kinds of apples have different amounts of seeds?All about planets (or stars, or black holes)

What are stem cells?Demonstration of the human circulatory system

What birds (or plants) are native to Bucks County?What is cancer (or diabetes, or swine flu)?

How to implement organic pest controlAll about earthquakes (or tornadoes)

Websites for Science Fair ideas:

http://faculty.washington.edu/chudler/fair.html

CHURCHVILLE SCIENCE FAIR RULES

1. All projects should be clearly labeled with the student’s name, grade, and homeroom.
2. All experiments using animals or humans as subjects should cause no harm or undue stress to the subject. These projects should have written approval from the teacher and/or a veterinarian before beginning the experiment.
3. No live animals may be exhibited at the Science Fair. Models, stuffed animals, or photographs should be used instead. Exceptions may be granted with special permission.
4. No human body parts should be displayed. Exceptions are teeth, hair, and nails.
5. Students should avoid doing experiments involving bacteria cultures. (No molds)
6. No controlled substances shall be exhibited.
7. No dangerous or combustible chemicals shall be displayed at the Science Fair. Rockets or engines must not contain fuel. All chemicals displayed should have the contents clearly marked on the container. (No volcano projects can erupt at school.)
8. All liquids brought into the school MUST be labeled NON-TOXIC.
9. No open flames will be permitted at the school.
10. Experiments requiring electricity for the display are discouraged, as we do not have access to a large number of power outlets in the Gym.
11. Student experimenters shall wear safety goggles (eye protection) and follow standard safety practices when working at home with fire, hot liquids, or caustic chemicals. Parent approval and supervision are required for these projects, which must be conducted at home.
12. Expensive or fragile items should not be displayed. Valuable items essential to the project should be simulated or photographed. Churchville cannot be responsible for any items that are lost or broken.
13. Collections (i.e., minerals, shells, feathers, etc.) should be protected with a suitable covering.
14. Items to be displayed in front of the backboard shall be adequately secured (i.e., batteries, wire, switch, and motor – secure to a piece of plywood and place in front of backboard).
15. Carefully pack all materials when transporting to and from the Science Fair.

These may help you get started after you have picked your topic - The Project Guide:

The following page shows you how to present your project on the Display Board:

2015 Science Fair Registration

Please turn in registration at the following times, when picking up the Science Fair board:

- Back-to-School Nights Sept 1 & 2, or

- First PTO meeting Sept 8, or

- Back-to-School Picnic Sept 10, or

- School Store, anytime when open. Deadline: October 16.
$5 is due at that time. This fee is per board; i.e. one fee per individual, group or family.

Science Fair Project: ☐ Individual, ☐ Group (2-3 students), or ☐ Family

Topic:

(Not required to register. Please submit to by Nov 1. Thank you.)

1. Student Name:

Teacher/Grade:

Parent: E-mail: Phone:

I can help with: ☐ Set-up on Nov 4 ☐ Science Fair on Nov 5

For Group or Family: Additional kids…

2. Student Name:

Teacher/Grade:

Parent:

E-mail:

Phone:

3. Student Name:

Teacher/Grade:

Parent:

E-mail:

Phone:

Office Use

Board Picked up by: ☐ PaidProject #: