1. Inquire, Innovate, Inspire 59th Annual Flint Regional Science Fair March 20-23, 2015 Location: Kettering University www.kettering.edu

2. FRSF Video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9SzHwwttFvs&feature=youtu.be

3. FRSF Serves Students in Grades 4-12 from: Genesee County Lapeer County Shiawassee County St. Clair County Tuscola County Note: Any student from a Michigan county that does not have access to an ISEF Affiliated Regional Science Fair is welcome to participate in FRSF.

4. INTEL International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF) The Flint Regional Science Fair is affiliated with the INTEL International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF). Each year 4 FRSF Senior Division students win an all-expense paid trip to the ISEF (2015 is Pittsburgh, PA)) In 2013 FRSF winner Jay Mehta won Third Place in the Medicine & Health Science Category In 2011 two FRSF winners won First Place and Best in Category for their projects at ISEF. Matt & Nithin each won $8000 in Scholarships and now have Asteroids named for them!

5. SSP Broadcom MASTERS Competition for 6th, 7th and 8 th Graders MASTERS ( Math, Applied Science, Technology and Engineering for Rising Stars) Competition in Washington, DC (Formerly Discovery Challenge) As an affiliated Regional Fair up to 10% of FRSF 6 th, 7 th and 8 th grade students can be nominated to apply for the MASTERS competition. In 2013 two FRSF students were selected as Semi-finalists in the MASTERS competition.

6. What is a science fair? Science Fairs are a fun way to develop your skills in science and to use your curiosity on a subject you choose 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.

7. 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 Develop presentation and interviewing skills

8. Why enter a science fair? Satisfaction and opportunities Gain recognition for your talents— Colleges and Universities 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

9. What are the prizes? Examples from 2014 Four all-expense-paid trips to ISEF Kindles Nearly $20,000 in Scholarships and Gift Cards Special Awards—122 additional recognitions, awards, prizes and scholarships from Special Award Sponsors Everyone is a winner and receives at least a ribbon and a bag of fun prizes

10. 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

11. 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…

12. How do I get started? Pick an area of science, math or technology 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 FRSF web site has many great resources and links to help you identify possible topics. Mentors are also available to help you.

13. How do I enter the Science Fair? Fri, Jan 9th, 2015 Deadline for Submission of Senior Project Scientific Review Committee (SRC) Paperwork Fri, Feb 20th, 2015 Deadline for Submission of Elementary & Junior Project SRC Paperwork Mon, March 9th, 2015 Deadline for Registration for All Projects Applications can be submitted on line at www.flintsciencefair.org OR mail the application form (can be downloaded from the web site.)

14. What are the rules? Complete rules are in the Handbook or on the FRSF web site www.flintsciencefair.orgwww.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 www.societyforscience.org/isef

15. 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 FRSF web site www.flintsciencefair.orgwww.flintsciencefair.org

16. What Happens at the Fair? Friday– Project Setup 3 to 6:30 PM Judges review all projects and project reports on Friday night to decide which projects are “Finalists”. No students present. Saturday—Student Interviews Finalist projects are reviewed by teams of judges Students who are not Finalists also are interviewed by a judge Sunday– Awards Ceremonies for all

17. 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….

18. How will I be judged? Judges are local professionals who volunteer their time to interview students and judge projects. While judges select which projects are of special merit and worthy of prizes, they also enjoy helping students learn.

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

20. How Far Can You Go?

21. Jay Mehta 1 st Place 2014 FRSF Senior Div $2500 Scholarship & Cash Trip to ISEF

22. How far can I go?– Junior Division (6 th through 8 th grade) Up to 10% of 6-8 th graders are invited to apply to the SSP Broadcom MASTERS (Math, Applied Science, Technology and Engineering for Rising Stars) National Competition (formerly Discovery Competition) in Washington, DC. FRSF is proud that 14 Semifinalists and 4 Finalists from our fair have been selected over the last 8 years for SSP Competition. You can go as far as your skill and desire will take you. Earn recognition, prizes, awards and scholarships

23. How far can I go?– High School Division (9 th through 12 th grade) Senior Division Finalists can participate in the Michigan 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 2015 ISEF is in Pittsburgh, PA.

24. Dates to Remember for 2015 Fri, Jan 9th, 2015 Deadline for Submission of Senior Project Scientific Review Committee (SRC) Paperwork Fri, Feb 20th, 2015 Deadline for Submission of Elementary & Junior Project SRC Paperwork Mon, March 9th, 2015 Deadline for Registration for All Projects FRSF March 20-23 March 20 (3:30 to 6:30) Project set-up at Kettering March 21—Judging interviews 8-12. Open viewing 1-5pm March 22– Award Ceremonies & Open viewing 1-5 March 23—Projects on display for school field trips. Project removal 3-7 PM. TBD– Michigan Science & Engineering Fair May 11-16—INTEL International Science & Engineering Fair in Pittsburgh, PA

25. FRSF Video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9SzHwwttFvs&feature=youtu.be

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

27. FASF Sponsors A-Frame Awards Anna Paulina Foundation Baker College Charles Stewart Mott Foundation Community Foundation of Greater Flint David Charles Hill Flint Area School Employees Credit Union Genesee Intermediate School District – GISD Hubbard Supply Company Hurley Medical Center James A. Welch Foundation Kettering University Meijer Stores Michigan Association of Hazardous Materials Professionals Mid-States Bolt & Screw Stella & Frederick Loeb Charitable Trust University of Michigan, Flint

28. Special Award Sponsors American Meteorological Society American Psychological Association ASM International Foundation Association for Women Geoscientists Broadcom MASTERS (SSP) Flint Children's Museum Flint River Watershed Coalition Flint, City Mayor Genesee County Farm Bureau Genesee County Medical Society Genesys Regional Health Center Hurley Medical Center Intel Computer Award K-12 Lab Science Outreach Kettering University

29. Special Award Sponsors (Cont) Matthew Bauerle Mathematics Award McLaren Health Care Corporation Michigan Assoc of Hazardous Materials Professionals Michigan Office of Governor Mid-Michigan Ambulatory Physicians MU Alpha Theta National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration Practical Innovation in Science Award Ricoh Sustainable Award Scientific American Sloan Museum/ Longway Planetarium Society for In Vitro Biology The Hope Award U.S. Metric Association U.S. Navy / Office of Naval Research US Public Health Service Yale Science & Engineering Assoc