Registration Form

Please complete the registration form to confirm your participation in the Barjo Science Fair.

About the Science Fair

The Barjo Science Fair is an exciting event for students of Barrington Elementary and Jones Middle School, welcoming all students from kindergarten through 8th grade to participate. It's a hands-on way to get our students engaged in doing science, sparking curiosity and innovation from a young age.

The science fair itself will be held on February 6, 2025, from 6pm to 8pm. The journey continues with a webinar on November 18, 2024, at 8:00 pm via the Zoom link provided above. Throughout the year, there will be additional meetings to help guide participants in preparing their projects.

Organized by the Barrington PTO's I Heart Science committee, this science fair not only provides a platform for young scientists to showcase their work but also offers the opportunity for 5th-8th graders to advance to the District 7 Science Fair in March 2025, hosted by Columbus State Community College. There, students can compete for additional prizes and recognition.

For more information, please reach out to barjo@barjosciencefair.com.

Forms

There are a number of ISEF Forms and also a rules wizard to determine which forms to fill out.

How to Get Started

Below are some useful links to help you prepare for the science fair.

Project types

Learn more about the different types of projects that are permitted at the Barjo fair.

UA Public Library resources for science fair

The Upper Arlington Public Library offers digital resources for kids, including National Geographic Kids, World Book Kids, Explora Elementary School, and Science Reference Source, accessible with a UAPL library card.

Worksheet to Pick a Topic

If you are looking for help picking a topic, this worksheet guides you through choosing a topic.

List of ISEF Categories

This link provides a comprehensive list of all categories and subcategories recognized by the International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF). It can help you choose the appropriate category for your project.

Helpful Videos

Here are some helpful videos.

Trifold Board Instructions

Help getting started with designing a trifold board.

Workbook for Hypothesis-Based and Meta-Analysis Projects

Information for getting started on a hypothesis-based or meta-analysis based project.

Workbook for Engineering Design Projects

Information for getting started on an engineering design project.

Examples of Previous Projects

Visit this link to see examples of previous science fair projects.

Plagiarism

Information about plagiarism and science fair projects.

For 5^th–8^th Graders

Projectboard Information

This FAQ section answers common questions about the State Science Day, including project requirements, judging criteria, and more.

Research Plan Template for Engineering Design Projects

For help with the research paper element for engineering design projects, this provides a template to get started.

Research Plan Template for Hypothesis-Based Research

For help with the research paper element for hypothesis-based projects, this provides a template to get started.

Ohio Science Day Official Website

The official website for Ohio Science Day, where you can find news, updates, and resources related to the event.

Science Day Standards 2025

This PDF document outlines the standards and guidelines for Science Day 2025. It is essential reading for anyone preparing a project for submission.

District 7 Science Fair

Explore the resources offered by Columbus State Community College's Science Department, including courses, labs, and research opportunities that might be relevant to your science fair project.

Regional Science Days Information

Find information on Regional Science Days, including locations, dates, and registration details.

Student guide for entering a project

Information for a student interested in submitting a project to the district science fair.

Information Meeting Times

• We will be running weekly office hours in December and January to help folks prepare for the February science fair. The office hours are Thursdays at 8pm and you can participate at our Zoom link.

Timeline

The Ohio Academy of Science's timeline fits into our timeline.

Judging

If you are interested in judging, please complete the Barjo Judge Registration Form.

2024 SSD Judge Directions

This YouTube video provides instructions on how to judge a science fair project.

Rules for Judges at Science Days

Review the rules and guidelines that judges follow during Science Days to better understand how your project will be evaluated.

Judging Scorecard 5^th–8^th Grade

A sample scorecard for a judge of a science fair project.