Bay Laurel Science Fair 1.Student scientists must be Bay Laurel students in J/K-5 th grades. 2.Students may work alone or with one other student only. 3.Students must register by the deadline of February 11, Please hand in the registration form to the main office. 4.The student’s project must follow the Scientific Method (see next page) and answer a research question. 5.The student must bring to the Science Fair a tri-fold display showing the basics of the experiment (see next page). The student can also bring materials from the experiment but space is limited. These materials can make the display interesting. 6.No purchased sets or pre-made kits are allowed – please let the scientists create their own projects. 7.Parents should help as much as needed, but remember it is the project of the student scientist. Students will get the most out of it if they do the work. 8.An adult must accompany all student scientists during the Science Fair. 9.No dangerous chemicals or materials should be used in your project. Absolutely no poisonous chemicals, heaters, flames, high voltages or hazardous materials will be allowed in the displays at the Science Fair. 10.No AC power will be provided for the displays at the Science Fair. 11.Bay Laurel Elementary and the Science Fair Coordinators reserve the right to disallow the exhibition of any display that is dangerous, inappropriate or poses a safety risk in their opinion. 12.HAVE FUN AND LEARN ABOUT SCIENCE! Official Rules

Bay Laurel Science Fair Step 1. Find a Research Question Study something that interests you. Answer a question like “What is the effect of salt on the boiling point of water?” or “What size wheel rolls the fastest down a hill?” Use a website like education.com/science-fair. Step 2. Formulate a Hypothesis A hypothesis is a “best guess” or prediction of what the outcome of your experiment will be. This prediction and your background research will help you design your experiment. The hypothesis is not always correct – it’s just your best guess. Step 3. Design and Perform Experiment Design and conduct your experiment at home and remember to stick to your method (only change one variable). List materials needed. Draw a diagram. What Are the Two Phases of a Science Fair Project? 1. Do your research and perform your experiment or demonstration at home. 2. Put together a display and presentation board about your project to bring to the Science Fair and share what you did at home. Step 4. Collect and Analyze the Data Carefully record your data. What happened? Did your experiment go as planned? What does your data show? Decide if your data supports your hypothesis. Step 5. Make a Conclusion Did your experiment answer the question from Step 1? Did it support your hypothesis in Step 2? What does your data show? What is a better answer to your question? Think about what you might have done differently or what you might do in the future. Step 6. Design Your Science Fair Display Board Buy a trifold display board from a craft or office supply store. Use it to describe your experiment and the results. A sample format is below for illustration. Question Hypothesis Procedure Results Conclusion Future Experiment Design Data

Bay Laurel Science Fair Student 1 Last Name: _________________ First Name:_________________ Phone Number: _________________ __________________________ Grade: _______ Teacher: _________________ Student 2 Last Name: _________________ First Name:_________________ Phone Number: _________________ __________________________ Grade: _______ Teacher: _________________ Project Title: ___________________________________________________ Research Question: ______________________________________________ *If you change your title or can’t think of one when you register, please let us know by March 5 so we can list it in the program. _____ Check here if this project involves animals. A member of the Science Fair Committee will contact you to discuss the specifics. I agree to abide by the rules of the 2015 Bay Laurel Science Fair. Student(s) Signature(s) ___________________________________________ (Both students must sign if working with a partner.) Parental Permission: I agree to allow my child to participate in the 2015 Bay Laurel Science Fair and will ensure adequate adult supervision of his/her project. I also agree to abide by the 2015 Science Fair Rules. Parent(s) Signature(s) ____________________________________________ (Both students’ parents must sign if working with a partner.) Here’s how I will help (We will contact you by for details.) __ Set up (3/12 1-2:15) __Check-in (3/12 6:00-7:30) __ Clean up (3/13 8:30-10) For more info: Monica Parmar at or Stephanie Cohen at 2015 Registration Form DUE TO BAY LAUREL MAIN OFFICE BY WEDNESDAY, 2/11.

Bay Laurel Science Fair Make new discoveries, have fun, & participate in the fifth Bay Laurel Science Fair!! Who: J/K-5 th grade Bay Laurel students (Work alone or partner with one other student) When: Thursday, March 12, 2015 from 6:30-8:00 p.m. in the MPR. To participate, you must complete the registration packet found on the school website (hard copies available in the office) and return the completed packet to the office by Wednesday, February 11 th Why: This is a wonderful opportunity to design and perform your own science experiment following the scientific method* and present your results. All student scientists will get to explain their work to a guest scientist and receive a Science Fair Ribbon! (*see science fair registration packet for more info) How: The student scientists perform their experiments at home and create a display explaining their project and results. Displays are exhibited the evening of the Fair in the MPR. For more info: Monica Parmar at or Stephanie Cohen at