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US STEM FAIR
2026 STEM FairTop of Page
- Fair Date: March 14, 2026
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Project Submission Deadline: February 1-February 20, 2026
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FEBRUARY BREAK starts on February 13, so the deadline is the Friday of February Break.
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Who: 6th, 7th, and 8th Graders
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Participation: Optional — This is an enrichment opportunity only.
Students are encouraged to participate for fun and for the love of science — no grades will be given, and no official class time will be used to work on projects.
Opportunities for Students
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All Upper School students (6th–8th) are invited to participate.
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9 project spots will be requested for our Woodside students.
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A spot is earned when a student’s project and slideshow meet County requirements.
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If more than 9 students qualify, they will present to a panel of judges to earn a spot.
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Students may complete a project even if they don’t want to compete at the County STEM Fair.
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Resources will be provided, including timelines, scientific process outlines, a STEM Fair details packet, slideshow tips, and judging guidelines.
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Students will have a chance to practice presentations either in class or with a group at recess.
Presentation Details
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6th Grade and 7B: Present during Science class (takes the place of the second trimester Current Event Presentation).
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7A and 8th Grade: Present during lunch or recess.
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Students may work individually or in pairs — choose partners wisely!
Ways I Can Support Students
Students have flexible options for getting help, depending on their schedule:
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Office Hours: Mondays at lunch.
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Email or Drop-In: Recess or lunch for quick questions or project check-ins.
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Independent Work: Projects can be done at home, with some communication required for county participation.
I’ll be here to mentor and support students throughout the process!
NEW THIS YEAR — 2 Judges Needed by November 14
To participate in the 2026 STEM Fair, each school is required to provide 2 STEM Fair judges.
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This is a new County rule due to a shortage of qualified judges.
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Judges can be parents or community members — no special science background required, just an interest in supporting students.
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More information: STEM Fair Judges Page
👉 If you’re interested in volunteering as a judge, please email me before November 1.
Why Participate?
The STEM Fair is a fantastic opportunity for students to:
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Research something they love in science
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Practice the scientific method
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Analyze data, make charts and graphs
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Build and create
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Share their discoveries — without the pressure of a grade
For more information about the County STEM Fair, visit: https://www.stemfair.net
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