Student Science Fair

Brought to you by Pend Oreille Events

NEW THIS YEAR: There will not be formal presentations. Judges will be judging the project boards.

Event Location: Stratton Elementary School, Newport, WA

Eligibility: Open to all K -12th grade students in Pend Oreille County and surrounding areas (including homeschool).

Project Drop-Off: Thursday, October 22rd, 2026 — Between 3:15 PM and 4:30 PM (NORTH COUNTY SCHOOLS WE CAN ARRANGE A PICK UP AT THE CUTTER THEATRE AT 11AM ON WEDNESDAY 21ST BY 11AM).

Project Pick-Up: FRIDAY, October 23rd, 2026 — AFTER 6:00PM OR MONDAY OCTOBER 26TH ANYTIME DURING SCHOOL HOURS.

Public Viewing Hours: October 23rd, 2026 from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM

Labeling: Please clearly label project with the student’s name & grade

Ready to Display: Frames, stands, or hangers are welcome if needed for presentation (These are not provided by Pend Oreille Events)

Safety: No hazardous materials, not contained liquids, or knives/weapon components. All projects are to be school and age appropriate. Students must get approval from P.O.E for the project(s) that they enter.

Fragile Work: We will handle with care, but POE cannot insure or guarantee against damage. POE and NSD do not assume responsibility for any items left behind or damaged.

Photography: Photos of the display may be taken for community sharing.

Parent Support: Younger students may have a parent or teacher assist with submission. This is a home-led project.

AWARDS: 1. 1 GRAND PRIZE WINNER FOR CASH

2. CASH PRIZES FOR CATEGORIES:

BEST SCIENTIFIC METHOD, MOST CREATIVE, FUTURE INNOVATOR & REAL WORLD IMPACT.

RIBBON PRIZES FOR THE WINNER OF EACH GRADE BAND. OVERALL WINNER CANNOT WIN OTHER PRIZES.

PIZZA PARTY FOR GROUP/CLASS ENTRY.

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