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THE 19TH ANNUAL TRI-COUNTY SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY FAIR PRESENTED BY THE HILLSDALE-LENAWEE-MONROE MATHEMATICS &
SCIENCE CENTER
Be a part of the world’s sustainable future through Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics
FEBRUARY 13, 14, AND 15, 2018 AT ADRIAN COLLEGE
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TRI-COUNTY SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY FAIR CONTACTS
Coordinator: Jenny VanDaele-Coury
Phone number: 517-265-1687
E-mail: [email protected]
Registrar: Holly Spagnoli
Phone number: 517-265-1649
E-mail: [email protected]
The 2018 Tri-County Science & Technology Fair is presented by the Hillsdale-Lenawee-
Monroe Mathematics & Science Center in partnership with Adrian College.
A special thank you to our Adrian College faculty sponsor, Dr. Maher Mualla!
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2018 TRI-COUNTY SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY FAIR IMPORTANT DATES
Science Fair registrations are due Thursday, January 18, 2018 by 4:00 p.m.
Science Fair project set up will be Tuesday, February 13, 2018 from 2:00 – 5:15 p.m. in
the Adrian College Tobias Center.
The Division judges’ orientation and dinner will be taking place on Tuesday, February 13,
2018 from 4:45 – 5:30 p.m.
Division judging will be taking place on Tuesday, February 13, 2018 from 5:30 – 9:00
p.m. The science fair project room will be closed to the public during this time.
Sponsor award judging will take place from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. on Tuesday, February 13,
2018 and from 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, February 14, 2018 in the Adrian
College Tobias Center.
The science fair will be open for viewing to the public from 9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. on
Wednesday, February 14, 2018 and from 9:00 a.m. – 2:15 p.m. on Thursday, February
15, 2018 in the Adrian College Tobias Center.
The 2018 Tri-County Science & Technology Fair Awards Assembly will take place on
Thursday, February 15, 2018 in the Adrian College Dawson Auditorium from 1:00 – 2:00
p.m.
Science fair projects must be removed by 2:30 p.m. on Thursday, February 15, 2018.
Any projects not removed by this time will be discarded.
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TRI-COUNTY SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY FAIR CATEGORY DESCRIPTIONS Division I consists of 5th and 6th grades. There are two categories which are Individual or
Team.
Division II consists of 7th and 8th grades. Categories include Earth Science, Life Science,
Physical Science, and Team.
Division III consists of 9th – 12th grades. Categories include Earth Science, Life Science,
Physical Science, and Team.
DESCRIPTION OF CATEGORIES Earth Science projects refer to geology, mineralogy, physiography, oceanography,
meteorology, climatology, astronomy, speleology, seismology, geography, air pollution,
and ecology.
Life Science projects are the study of living things: molecular biology, molecular
genetics, enzymes, photosynthesis, hormones, agriculture, horticulture, forestry, plant
taxonomy, plant physiology, plant pathology, plant genetics, hydroponics, algae,
dentistry, pharmacology, pathology, ophthalmology, nutrition, sanitation, pediatrics,
dermatology, allergies, speech and hearing, animal genetics, ornithology, ichthyology,
herpetology, entomology, animal ecology, paleontology, cellular physiology, circadian
rhythms, animal husbandry, cytology, histology, animal physiology, invertebrate
neurophysiology, or studies of invertebrates.
Physical Science projects are the study of nature and composition of matter and laws
governing it: physical chemistry, organic chemistry, inorganic chemistry, materials,
plastics, fuels, pesticides, metallurgy, and soil chemistry. Technology: projects that
directly apply scientific principles to manufacturing and practical uses – civil,
mechanical, aeronautical, chemical, electrical, photographic, sound, automotive,
marine, heating and refrigerating, transportation, or environmental engineering.
Theories, principles, and laws governing energy and the effect of energy on matter: solid
state, optics, acoustics, particle, nuclear, atomic, plasma, superconductivity, fluid and
gas dynamics, thermodynamics, semi-conductors, magnetism, quantum mechanics, or
bio-physics.
Team Projects consist of a study conducted by two or three students in any of the three
disciplines listed above.
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TRI-COUNTY SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY FAIR AWARDS Place awards will be given within the categories listed in each division. Company or
organizational sponsor awards will all be given in all divisions.
DIVISION I AWARDS ARE GIVEN IN BOTH THE INDIVIDUAL AND TEAM CATEGORIES:
First place receives a gold medal, certificate, and $100.
Second place receives a silver medal, certificate, and $75.
Third place received a bronze medal, certificate, and $50.
Fourth place receives a ribbon and certificate.
Fifth place receives a ribbon and certificate.
Sixth place receives a ribbon and certificate.
Seventh place receives a ribbon and certificate.
DIVISION II AWARDS ARE GIVEN WITHIN EACH CATEGORY INCLUDING EARTH SCIENCE,
LIFE SCIENCE, PHYSICAL SCIENCE, AND TEAM PROJECTS:
First place receives a gold medal, certificate, and $100.
Second place receives a silver medal, certificate, and $75.
Third place received a bronze medal, certificate, and $50.
Fourth place receives a ribbon and certificate.
Fifth place receives a ribbon and certificate.
Sixth place receives a ribbon and certificate.
Seventh place receives a ribbon and certificate.
DIVISION III AWARDS ARE GIVEN WITHIN EACH CATEGORY INCLUDING EARTH SCIENCE,
LIFE SCIENCE, PHYSICAL SCIENCE, AND TEAM PROJECTS:
First place receives a gold medal, certificate, and $100.
Second place receives a silver medal, certificate, and $75.
Third place received a bronze medal, certificate, and $50.
Fourth place receives a ribbon and certificate.
Fifth place receives a ribbon and certificate.
Sixth place receives a ribbon and certificate.
Seventh place receives a ribbon and certificate.
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Sponsor awards may include certificates of excellence, educational scholarships, gift
certificates, cash, books, calculators, book bags, and more. Students are eligible to win
sponsor awards in all categories and divisions.
TRI-COUNTY SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY FAIR RULES & REGULATIONS
1. Display must be durable with all parts firmly attached. No attachment to walls or
tables will be allowed.
2. Displays must meet minimum size requirements. Table Displays: 4 ft. wide x 2 ft.
deep x 6 ft. tall Floor Displays: 4 ft. wide x 2 ft. deep x 9 ft. tall
3. All display limitations must be followed (see Display and Safety Regulations).
4. Projects that involve human subjects, non-human vertebrate animals, pathogenic
agents, controlled substances, recombinant DNA, or human and animal tissue,
require approval from the Tri-County Science Fair Review Board before
experimentation begins. Contact the coordinator.
5. Projects must adhere to all Federal, State, and local laws. To learn more about
the rules regarding human subjects, recombinant DNA, controlled substances,
hazardous substances of devices, non-human vertebrate animals, human and
animal tissue, and pathogenic agents, read
http://www.societyforscience.org/isef/rulesandregulations
Students will not be required to fill out forms.
6. No project may use consumable alcohol, tobacco, or illegally obtained narcotics.
7. Only one exhibit will be allowed per student and only one student may work on
an individual project. Projects in the Team category must be limited to three
students. A Team project cannot be converted to an individual project.
8. All experimental work must be done by the student. Adults may supply materials,
advice, and consultation.
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9. The Science Fair Committee reserves the right of refusal of an exhibit which it
deems unsafe or unsuitable for public exhibition.
10. The project may have begun any time between January 2017 and February 2018.
A previously investigated topic may continue under investigation, but data
previously displayed must be treated as “research”. New data must be
generated, displayed, and conclusions drawn based on this data.
11. All students entered must be in 5th – 12th grade and attend a school or home
school in Hillsdale, Lenawee, or Monroe counties at the time of the fair.
12. Plagiarism will result in disqualification. All material obtained from outside
sources must be referenced.
TRI-COUNTY SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY FAIR DISPLAY & SAFETY REGULATIONS
THE FOLLOWING ITEMS ARE UNACCEPTABLE FOR DISPLAY:
1. Living organisms such as plants, animals, microbes, etc.
2. Dried plant materials.
3. Taxidermy specimens or parts.
4. Preserved vertebrate or invertebrate animals (includes embryos).
5. Human or animal food, including liquids.
6. Human/animal parts or bodily fluids such as blood and urine. Exceptions include
teeth, hair, nails, dried animal bones, histological dry mount sections, and wet mount
tissue slides.
7. Soil or waste samples.
8. Laboratory chemicals, including water.
9. Poisons, drugs, controlled substances, hazardous substances or devices such as
firearms, weapons, ammunition, and re-loading devices.
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10. Dry ice or other sublimating solids such as solids which vaporize to a gas without
passing through a liquid phase.
11. Sharp items such as syringes, needles, and pipettes.
12. Flames or highly flammable display materials.
13. Empty tanks that previously contained combustible liquids or gases, UNLESS purged
with carbon dioxide.
14. Batteries with open-top cells.
15. Awards, medals, business cards, flags, etc.
16. Photographs or other visual presentations depicting vertebrate animals in other-
then-normal conditions such as surgical techniques, dissection, necropsies, or other
lab techniques.
17. Exhibits may not display student names and/or student faces. Entries containing such
images should be blacked out or covered with a sticker.
The following items are acceptable for display only but cannot be operated:
1. Projects with unshielded belts, pulleys, chains, and moving parts with tensions or
pinch points.
2. Class III or IV lasers.
3. Any device requiring voltage over 110 volts.
THE FOLLOWING ITEMS ARE ACCEPTABLE FOR DISPLAY AND OPERATIONS WITH RESTRICTIONS:
1. Class II lasers which must be student-operated, have a posted sign that reads “Laser
Radiation: Do Not Stare into Beam”, have protective housing that prevents access to
the beam, and must be disconnected when not in operation.
2. Large vacuum tubes or dangerous ray generating devices must be properly secure.
3. Pressurized tanks that contain non-combustibles may be allowed if properly secured.
4. Any apparatus producing temperatures that will cause physical burns must be
adequately insulated.
5. High-voltage equipment must be shielded with a grounded metal box or cage to
prevent accidental contact.
6. High-voltage wiring, switches, and metal parts must have adequate insulation and
overload safety factors, and must be inaccessible to others.
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7. Electric circuits for 110-volt AC must have a 9-foot cord. The cord must have
sufficient load carrying capacity and approved by Underwriters Laboratories.
8. Electrical connections must be soldered or made with approved connectors.
Connecting wires must be insulated.
9. Bare wire and exposed knife switches may be used only in circuits of 12 volts or less;
otherwise, standard switches are required.
HOW DO I PREPARE FOR THE SCIENCE FAIR?
Project Notebook or Journal: A project data book is your most valuable piece of work.
Accurate and detailed notes make a logical and winning project. Good notes show
consistency and thoroughness to the judges and will help you when writing your
research paper or topic report. Notebooks should:
1. Be bound in some manner. Composition notebooks work well.
2. Contain all aspects of the research project.
3. Show all mistakes – do not use whiteout or erase mistakes.
4. Not contain grades or marks from teachers or your adult sponsor.
Abstract: After finishing research and experimentation, you are required to write a
maximum 250-word, one-page abstract. The abstract should not include any material
which is not mentioned in the paper. An abstract should include the:
1. purpose and hypothesis of the experiment
2. procedure or method used
3. basic data collected
4. basic results
5. conclusions
Research Paper or Topic Report: A research paper should be prepared and available
along with a project data book, and any necessary forms or relevant written materials.
A research paper helps organize data as well as thoughts. Your paper should be typed,
double-spaced, and free from spelling errors. Times New Roman, Times, or Bookman
font styles are recommended. Font should be no larger than 12. Each chapter or
section should begin as a new page in the paper. The judges should not be your
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proofreaders! Have four to five adults proofread your paper for any errors. Make the
necessary changes before entering the fair.
DIVISION III RESEARCH PAPER: a. Title Page – Center the project title and put the name and date of the Science Fair
at the bottom right.
b. Abstract – A one-page summary of the paper. Purpose, hypothesis, methods,
data, results, and conclusions are included.
c. Table of Contents – Include a page number for the beginning of each section.
d. Introduction – The introduction should be written in a book report style using 3rd
person separated into the following four parts:
1. Reason for Research: Why is this project important?
2. Problem Statement: What is the purpose of this project?
3. Background Information: All information found from library research.
This is the main body of the introduction.
4. Hypotheses: What do you think will happen?
e. Material List – Include everything used in the experiment, the number used, and
special features.
f. Methods – Describe in detail the methodology used to collect your data or make
your observations. Your report should be detailed enough so that someone
would be able to repeat the experiment from the information in your paper.
Include detailed photographs or drawings of self-designed equipment. The
methods should be written in past tense.
g. Results – Your results should be broken down into three areas:
1. Raw Data Table: A table listing all of your results for each subject, trial,
and variable.
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2. Smooth Data Table: A table listing the averages for each variable. Other
statistical data may also be included on these tables – modes,
deviations, t-test analysis, etc.
3. Analyzed Graph: A graph illustrating the difference between the
variables.
h. Discussion – The discussion is the essence of your paper. The results and
conclusions should flow smoothly and logically from your data. Be thorough.
Allow your readers to see your train of thought, letting them know exactly what
you did. Compare your results with theoretical values, published data, commonly
held beliefs, and/or expected results. The discussion should be divided into four
main parts:
1. Analysis of Results: Complete analysis, very thorough with references to
tables and graphs, introductions material, and the purpose of the
project.
2. Problems Encountered: Discuss all problems, solutions, or changes that
needed to be made.
3. Suggestions for Future Research: Discuss ways to expand on this project
or other related research which could be done.
4. Conclusion: Summarize your results. Be specific, do not generalize.
Never introduce anything in the conclusion that has not already been
discussed. Was your hypothesis supported? Why or why not?
i. Acknowledgements – You should always credit those who assisted you, including
individuals, businesses, and educational or research institutions. Identify any
financial support or material donations.
j. References – Your reference list should include any documentation that is not
your own. See an appropriate reference manual for correct format.
DIVISION I & II RESEARCH PAPER: a. Title Page – Center the project title and put the name and date of the Science Fair
at the bottom right.
b. Abstract
c. Introduction – The introduction should include the purpose of the project, any
background information or library research conducted on the topic, and the
hypothesis. Reports written for models and collections will only contain the
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background information and should be written similar to a book report. Five or
more references should be used.
d. Material List – This page should list all of the materials used, the quantity of each,
and any special features or product descriptions.
e. Procedure – For all experimental projects a step-by-step procedure should be
written. Procedures should be written in such a manner that anyone who wants
to repeat the project will be able to do so.
f. Data Table – The data table should include all of the trial results, as well as the
mean, median, or mode.
g. Graph – A graph illustrating the mean, median, or mode should be created.
Graphs should be made to illustrate the data in an appropriate manner. Line and
bar graphs are most commonly used.
h. Analysis of Results – Within this section, you should discuss your data table and
graph. This section is a written account of the results. Any problems you
encountered during your experiment may be included in this section.
i. Conclusion – Was the hypothesis supported or not supported? Discuss how you
came to this conclusion. What did you learn in doing this experiment?
j. Acknowledgements – This page is basically a thank you note to all of the people
who helped you complete this project. Names may be included, but not
organization, company, or school names.
k. References – Using the correct reference style (APA or MLA), make an
alphabetical list of all of the references you used in your report.
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SCIENCE FAIR JUDGING CRITERIA (RUBRIC)
PROBLEM, APPROACH, AND UNDERSTANDING
QUESTION/PROBLEM: 8, 9, or 10: Problem (engineering) or question (scientific concepts) is well defined.
Problem or question is well articulated and shows relevance to the student.
4, 5, 6, or 7: Problem (engineering) or question (scientific concepts) is adequately
defined. Problem or question shows some relevancy to the student.
1, 2, or 3: Problem or question is vaguely defined or articulated.
HYPOTHESIS: 8, 9, or 10: Hypothesis or prediction is clearly stated and is derived from research
completed prior to the investigation.
4, 5, 6, or 7: Hypothesis or prediction is present and loosely based on research.
1, 2, or 3: Hypothesis or prediction is loosely present. It is purely a guess.
APPROACH (WEIGHTED X 2): 8, 9, or 10: A logical approach was utilized to solve the problem or answer the question.
The procedure is clearly outlined so that repetition may occur. A single variable was
tested; while other groups were controlled or accounted for. Repeated trials provided
reliable data.
4, 5, 6, or 7: A logical approach was attempted to solve the problem or answer the
question. The procedure was loosely outlined. A single variable was tested, though
other groups may not have been controlled or accounted for. Minimal trials were
completed.
1, 2, or 3: The approach is unclear or unfocused. Procedure is disorderly and does not
allow for repetition. Variables were not clearly identified. Minimal trials were
completed.
UNDERSTANDING (WEIGHTED X 2): 8, 9, or 10: Conclusion is logical, consistent with the data, and relevant to the
problem/question. Student demonstrates an understanding of what was learned.
Scientific skills have been acquired.
4, 5, 6, or 7: Conclusion is loosely based on the data or loosely related to the
problem/question. Student demonstrates some understanding of what was learned.
Some scientific skills have been acquired.
1, 2, or 3: Conclusion is minimally related to the date or to the problem/question.
Minimal understanding of the topic is present.
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ORGANIZED AND DOCUMENTED
PRESENTATION OF INFORMATION: 8, 9, or 10: The project is organized, as well as logical in presentation. All aspects of
the project are documented throughout the project within the board and notebook.
4, 5, 6, or 7: The project is near but is difficult to navigate. Some aspects of the
project are captured on the board and in the notebook.
1, 2, or 3: The project was carelessly prepared. Aspects of the project are missing.
INFORMATION SOURCES: 8, 9, or 10: An in-depth bibliography is included that cites numerous sources from a
variety of places. Sources are referenced throughout the project.
4, 5, 6, or 7: A bibliography is included that cites a variety of sources.
1, 2, or 3: Bibliography is missing or included minimal sources.
COMMUNICATION OF DATA AND ANALYSIS
DATA ORGANIZATION: 8, 9, or 10: Original data is present in the notebook as well as presented throughout
the project. Graphs, charts, or tables are labeled and represent the findings from the
project.
4, 5, 6, or 7: Original data is included in parts of the project. Graphs, charts, or tables
are included but not clearly identified or labeled.
1, 2, or 3: Data is missing from the project. Graphs, charts, or tables are missing.
ANALYSIS: 8, 9, or 10: The data is utilized to develop the conclusion and provides a thorough
analysis. Student articulates an analysis of what the data means.
4, 5, 6, or 7: The data is mentioned in the conclusion with minimal analysis. Student
provides a loose explanation of what the data means.
1, 2, or 3: The data is missing or it is shared without analysis.
*The judges selected for the science fair include local science professionals, teachers, college
professors, college students, and community members. Each judge will score in his or her area
of specialty. Any person who has a child entered, or who assisted a student with a project, will
not be judging in that division/category.
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ENTRY FORM INFORMATION All entry forms must be electronically submitted.
Holly Spagnoli, Registrar
Hillsdale-Lenawee-Monroe Mathematics & Science Center
4107 N. Adrian Hwy.
Adrian, MI 49221
(517)265-1649
If you need assistance submitting your online registration, please contact Holly Spagnoli. Due
to the high volume of entries, we are unable to accept non-electronic formats or late entries.
View Online Entry Form
Entry deadline is Thursday, January 18, 2018!
LISD NONDISCRIMINATION STATEMENT The Lenawee Intermediate School District (LISD) does not discriminate in any of its educational programs and services,
activities, or employment practices, on the basis of sex, race, color, national origin / ancestry, religion, height, weight, marital
status, age, limited English-speaking ability, sexual orientation, or disability. Direct inquiries to: Executive Director of Staff
Resources, Lenawee Intermediate School District, 4107 N. Adrian Hwy., Adrian, MI 49221, (517) 265-2119. Persons with
hearing impairments, please call the Michigan Relay Center at (800) 649-3777 (TDD).
DECLARACIÓN DE NO DISCRIMINACIÓN DEL LISD El Distrito Escolar Intermedio de Lenawee (LISD) no discrimina en ninguno de sus programas o servicios educativos,
actividades, o prácticas de empleo sobre la base de género, raza, color, origen nacional / ascendencia, religión, estatura,
peso, estado civil, edad, la habilidad limitada de hablar inglés, orientación sexual, o incapacidad. Para conseguir más
información: Executive Director of Staff Resources, Lenawee Intermediate School District, 4107 N. Adrian Hwy., Adrian, MI
49221, (517) 265-2119. Personas con problemas de audición, por favor llamen al Michigan Relay Center (800) 649-3777
(TDD).
