So this year I’m competing/attending the CALGARY YOUTH SCIENCE FAIR 2012 OF AWESOME.
It is a super amazing science competition where students make a project based on a certain topic in science or mathematics and present it to judges and the public. You can find out more technical information at the CYSF site.
I’ve been competing in the CYSF for four years now, and I must say, I think everyone should do it! It’s fun, educational, and most importantly, it’s AWESOME. Here’s some reasons why I think YOU should compete with me! (Or at least come see the projects!)
1. IT’S REALLY FUN
When you do your science fair project, it’s really cool because you can study ANYTHING you want! There are so many different topics you can study: psychology, mathematics, biology, even astronomy! You can literally study any subject that interests you, so your project can be whatever you want it to be.
As well, you get a day of school to run around the Olympic Oval looking at other people’s projects. I think this is really fun because you get to see what other youth have been up to over the year. (As well, sizing up the competition!) And then on science fair day, when all the projects are open to the public, you get to show of your project. Everyone gets to see all the cool things you’ve studied and learned, an experience that truly makes the effort worth it.
2. You get PRIZES!
There is a plethora of awards available for students competing in the fair. They reward students in a variety of topics with plaques, trophies, and MONEY. As long as you fit a certain criteria, you can win STUFF! (List of awards available here)
3. You learn stuff!
Through science fairs, I have learned so many things about science as a result of my research and experimentation. In Grade 7, I learned about Newton’s Laws; in Grade 8, I learned about radiation; in Grade 9, I learned about neutrinos and quantum physics. As you can, I have learned many things about many aspects of science.
So what are you waiting for? Registration is really easy, and free! Just go to your school’s Science Fair coordinator and ask them to register you.
