Tammy D. Langley, Principal Diane Reid-Goolsby, AP Fruitland Park Elementary School & Lake County Schools Science and Engineering Fair 2017-18 Parent Information Tammy D. Langley, Principal Diane Reid-Goolsby, AP

Science Fair Dates January 22, 2018 – Fruitland Park Elementary School’s Science Fair January 26, 2018 – School-Based Winner Names Reported to District February 5, 2018 - District Science & Engineering Fair Drop Off February 6, 2018 - District Science & Engineering Fair – Judging, Public Gallery Walk and Awards Ceremony

Science & Engineering Fair General Information Projects Categories: Earth Space Science Physical Science Life Science Engineering Laboratory Journal: 3rd -5th graders who wish to advance to the District Science and Engineering Fair must have a completed Laboratory Journal. Display Boards Must Include: Student Project Form attached on the back (Provided by Teacher) Project MUST be labeled with the judging category or they will not be eligible for District judging.

Life & Physical Sciences Project Ideas Help your child select a project that is engaging and meaningful. Life Science Plant Growth Human Behaviors Animal Preferences Physical Science Sports and Hobbies Effectiveness of Household Items Friction Magnets Batteries

Earth/Space & Engineering Project Ideas Earth/Space: (rocks, dirt, water) Sunscreen on Fading Paper Various Types of Soil vs. Water Absorption pH of Soils in Various Places Size of Rocks vs. Erosion of Sand Filtration Techniques Temp vs. pH Engineering: Designing a Solution to a Problem Lego Collection Device Grabber to Reach High Places Pool Toy Removal Device Container to Keep Crayons from Melting in Car Device to Help Kids Pour Milk from Full Jugs Device to Keep Dog from Escaping the Front Door When Opened *These are just project ideas from previous fairs. You are NOT limited to the ideas listed!

Prohibited Items X No Live Animals X No Controlled Substances X No Bodily Fluid Samples X No Dangerous Chemicals X No Alcohol X No Firearms X No Mold or Bacteria (No petri dishes involved in experiments) X No Open Flames and/or Explosives For the safety of everyone, please follow these restrictions. If you are unsure about your Science Fair Project, ask your teacher.

Science and Engineering Fair Project Display Guidelines Sample Boards for the Scientific Method and The Engineering Design Process Display board and Laboratory Journal are required to advance to the District Science and Engineering Fair for 3rd – 5th graders.

Required Components On Student(s) Display Boards Scientific Method Title Question/Purpose Hypothesis Materials Procedure Data and Pictures - Graph, Table, Chart, etc. Results Conclusion Application Bibliography- In APA Format Engineering Design Process Title Problem Proposed Solution Pictures Background Research Student Design Materials Results and Interpretations Conclusion Evidence of all components of the Engineering Design Process

Laboratory Journal Guidelines Grades 3-5 are encouraged to complete a Laboratory Journal. Journals are required for this age group to advance to the District level science fair. The Laboratory Notebook should have daily and/or weekly descriptions/accounts of the students project including all data. It should include background research collected for the experiment. The goal is for a judge to pick up their journal and be able to follow the student’s learning from beginning to end.

Bibliography APA Format is used to ensure a smooth transition for students into secondary level science courses.

Two Project Types Scientific Method and Engineering Design Process

Science & Engineering Fair Judging Rubrics

Ask Your Teacher For:. Classroom Timeline for Science Fair Projects Ask Your Teacher For: *Classroom Timeline for Science Fair Projects *Specific Requirements for Her Class *Any Questions You Have Remember: *FPE School Science Fair is January 22, 2018 *Keep a Journal (3-5) to Be Considered for LCS District Fair *Refer to the Judging Rubric to Maximize All Possible Points *Follow the Steps for Your Type of Project (Scientific Method or Engineering Design Process) *Set Up Your Display Board as Required *HAVE FUN WITH YOUR PROJECT!

District Science and Engineering Fair Timeline