Science Fair

PLANNING

(1st Quarter)

• September 15 - all research questions approved
   

• October 6th - all paperwork due for projects needing IRB or SRC approval

1. Propose a Research Question  with Variables OR Engineering Problem with Goals and Criteria and have the idea approved by your teacher by September 15th.

2. Turn in  a draft of your research plan (procedure) completing all  information in “Science Fair Research Plan” document

3. If your draft plan is approved, work with your teacher to complete all required forms

• Form 1 -  Checklist for Adult Sponsor 
• Form 1A - Student Checklist 
• Form 3 - Risk Assessment

4. Form 1B - Approval Form must be signed by the parent

5. Submit form 4 for (ONLY for projects requiring IRB approval)

6. Submit paperwork for SRC approval if the project involves hazardous materials or activities by Oct 6.

APPROVAL AND DATA COLLECTION

(2nd Quarter)

• Dec 1 - All project procedures approved
  • Middle Schools may move this to Nov 1st

7. Get final approval to begin your data collection by Dec 1 (HS)

RESULTS

(January)

• January 17th - All projects must be completed 
   
• January 19th - All science fair registrations must be submitted 

10. Complete all data collection

11. Analyze your data by creating a graph and writing a conclusion

12. Write an abstract for your project using this form

ACPS Science Fair: January 25, 2024