Science Rocks--- 54rd Annual Flint Area Regional Science Engineering Fair March 5-8, 2010

1. Science Rocks!--- 54rd Annual Flint Area (Regional) Science & Engineering Fair March 5-8, 2010  Location: Kettering University www.kettering.edu

2. Your Regional Science Fair Serves Students in Grades 4-12 from: Genesee County Lapeer County Shiawassee County Tuscola County

3. INTEL International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF) The Flint Area Science Fair, as your regional fair, is affiliated with the INTEL International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF). Each year 4 FASF Senior Division students win an all-expense paid trip to the ISEF (2010 is San Jose, CA)

4. What is a science fair? Science Fairs are a fun way to practice your skills in science and to use your curiosity…. Judged competition that recognizes how effectively you use scientific methods to solve problems. Projects are grouped by subject and grade level. To level the playing field a specific format must be followed.

5. Why enter a science fair? Explore neat stuff and gain confidence in your ability to understand new things Find interests and talents you did not know you have If you are interested in a career using science (e.g. doctor, engineer or scientific research) this is a great way to begin You also learn how to present yourself both through a written presentation and verbal interviews with judges who are professionals in your chosen field

6. Why enter a science fair? Satisfaction and opportunities Gain recognition for your talents—Colleges and Universities value science fair recognition and often award scholarships based on science fair achievements Earn scholarships and prizes that can help pay for college The satisfaction of doing something with your brains and your hands

7. What are the prizes? Flint Area Science Fair in 2009 awarded prizes, trips, scholarships and bonds totaling nearly $26,000 Special Awards--Many universities and organizations also give scholarships, awards and monetary prizes Everyone is a winner and receives at least a ribbon and a bag of fun prizes

8. What is a science fair project? Projects involve doing an experiment using the scientific method You select the topic Your project and the display you present at the Fair must contain: Title—what your project is about Hypothesis –what you expect to find Procedure – how you do your experiment Data/Results – the results of your experiment /or the answer is…. Conclusion– what you actually found and learned

9. What if your results do not match your hypothesis? It’s OK. That means you have learned something! And that is what science is about…

10. Pop Pop RacesElementary Div First Place

11. How Exhausted is our Earth?Junior Division First Place Physical Science

12. Radiation—Does the Plants Good? Junior Division Grand Prize

13. Light Modulation for Optical CommunicationsFirst Place Senior Division

14. How do I get started? Pick an area of science that interests you Come up with a question that could be answered experimentally Talk with your teachers, parents or neighbors who know something about what interests you The FASF web site has many great resources and links to help you identify possible topics. Mentors are also available to help you.

15. How do I enter the Science Fair? You must complete an application by Monday Feb 22 to avoid a late fee. (Monday March 1, 2010 is last day to register with a late fee) Applications can be submitted on line at www.flintsciencefair.org OR mail the application form in the printed handbook (can also be downloaded from the web site.)

16. What are the rules? Complete rules are in the Handbook or on the FASF web site www.flintsciencefair.org Rules primarily exist to make sure no one is harmed during the experimentation or display Treatment of animals rules are based upon currently accepted scientific ethics The ISEF has specific rules relating to display and documentation and as an affiliated fair we must comply. Complete international rules are available at www.societyforscience.org/isef

17. Examples of rules for project displays: Size – project displays must be no more than 48” wide, 30” deep or 108” from the floor Safety – No Petri dishes with microorganisms, no tissue samples and no hazardous chemicals or voltages. You should present your results though pictures and graphs, not do your experiment at the fair No food products may be displayed Complete rules are in the Handbook or on the FASF web site www.flintsciencefair.org

18. How will I be judged? Judges are local professionals who volunteer their time to interview students and judge projects. Judges review all projects and project reports on Friday night to decide which projects are “Finalists” Finalist projects are reviewed by teams of judges who talk with students Saturday morning While judges select which projects are of special merit and worthy of prizes, they also enjoy helping students learn.

19. How will I be judged? Judging is really an opportunity to learn and talk with people who know the field your project is in, people who are eager to talk with you because of your interest in something they value….

20. Projects are judged on: Creative Ability Scientific Thought/Engineering Thoroughness Skill Clarity

21. How Far Can You Go?

22. How far can I go?– Elementary Division (4th and 5th grade) Up to 10% of 5th graders are invited to apply to participate in the SSP Middle School Program (formerly Discovery Competition) in Washington, DC. You can go as far as your skill and desire will take you. Join the FASF Junior and Senior Divisions as you advance in school

23. How far can I go?– Junior High Division (6th through 8th grade) Up to 10% of 6-8th graders are invited to apply to participate in the SSP Middle School Program (formerly Discovery Competition) in Washington, DC. FASF is proud that 12 Semifinalists and 4 Finalists from our fair have been selected over the last 5 years for SSP Competition. You can go as far as your skill and desire will take you. Earn recognition, prizes, awards and scholarships Join the FASF Senior Division as you advance in school

24. How far can I go?– High School Division (9th through 12th grade) Winners in each category can participate in the State Science and Engineering Fair where they compete for additional prizes and scholarships Four Senior Division winners receive an all-expense paid trip to compete in or observe the INTEL International Science & Engineering Fair—the 2010 ISEF is in San Jose, CA.

25. Dates to Remember for 2010 February 12, 2010 Last day for local fair reps to arrange for block entries February 19, 2010– Last day for mail registrations to avoid late fee Mon. February 22—Last day for Electronic applications to avoid late fee March 1– Last day to register (with a $10 late fee) March 5 (3:30 to 6:30) Project set-up at Kettering March 6—Judging interviews 8-12. Open viewing 1-5pm March 7– Award Ceremonies March 8—Projects on display for school field trips (3-7PM) Project removal April 11– Michigan Science & Engineering Fair May 9-15—INTEL International Science & Engineering Fair in San Jose, CA

26. Science Fair Web Sites International Science & Engineering Fair www.societyforscience.org/isef Flint Area Science Fair, FASF www.flintsciencefair.org Application and Handbook are available on line If questions call FASF Director 810-762-9583

27. FASF Sponsors A-Frame Awards Anna Paulina Foundation Arthur G. Bishop Charitable Trust Baker College Charles Stewart Mott Foundation Community Foundation of Greater Flint Distinctive Recognition Co. Dr. Jawad Shah Flint Area School Employees Credit Union General Motors Service Parts Genesee Area Math Science Center - GISD Hurley Medical Center James A. Welch Foundation Kettering University Lapeer Community Foundation Meijer Stores Orbro Solutions, LLC Stella & Frederick Loeb Charitable Trust TGI Direct United Automobile Workers University of Michigan, Flint

28. Special Award Sponsors Air and Waste Management Association American Meteorological Society American Psychological Association American Society of Civil Engineers ASM International Foundation Association for Women Geoscientists Certified Hazardous Material Managers David C. & Doris Hill Chemistry Award Discovery 3M Challenge Eastern Michigan ASHRAE Fisher Scientific Flint Children's Museum Flint River Watershed Coalition Flint, City Mayor Genesee County Farm Bureau Genesee County Medical Society Genesys Nurses Professional Development Committee Genesys Regional Health Center Hurley Medical Center Intel Computer Award

29. Special Award Sponsors (Cont) Kenton Nieman Memorial Award Kettering University McLaren Health Care Corporation Michigan Society of Professional Engineers Mid-Michigan Ambulatory Physicians MU Alpha Theta National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration National Society of Professional Engineers Ricoh Sustainable Award Scientific American Scientific Public Service Award Sloan Museum/ Longway Planetarium Society for IN Vitro Biology Society for Science (SSP) Middle School Program State of Michigan / Governors Office Stockholm Jr. Water Project U. S. Army U.S. Air Force U.S. Department of Health U.S. Metric Association U.S. Navy / Marine Corp Yale Science & Engineering