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Last update: September 28, 2026
Q: When is the Science & Innovation Fair?
A: Tuesday, November 17th, 2026 from 4:00-5:15 PM.
Q: What will the event look like?
A: Students will complete an invention, science experiment, or research project. Display boards and materials (e.g., prototypes) will be brought to school the morning of November 17th. Projects will be set up at the end of the day for judging and parent visits.
Q: Can I work with other people on a project?
A: Each group can have a total of TWO Clear Sky students. Students do not have to be in the same grade to be in a group. You can also work by yourself if you want.
Q: When can I register?
A: After you have decided on your group and the type of project you will conduct, have your parent register you using the registration link. Upon clicking submit, you will receive a copy of your registration responses. Fair details and confirmation will be emailed to you the week of November 9th.
Q: When is registration due?
A: Parents must register their student(s) by Thursday, November 5, 2026. Every parent must register his/her own child even if your child is working in a group.
Q: Can my parents help me with my project?
A: The project should be driven and owned by the child while parents are the assistants, guinea pigs, or photographers. Keep it simple, let the students problem solve and they will surprise you with their skills. Primary students might need more assistance while intermediate students should be in charge of their projects.
Q: Where do I complete the project?
A: All of the work is to be completed outside of school. If you have specific questions regarding your project, please ask Mrs. Anderegg or Mrs. Jensen.
Q: What should my display look like?
A: Each project, K-6, should have a standard tri-fold display board. Remember to follow the project checklist for display board requirements. There will be a small amount of space in front of the display board.
Invention & Engineering- Bring your working prototype or finished build to the fair demonstrate The size should fit on a tabletop (approximately 2ft. x 3ft.) Please contact Mrs. Jensen or Mrs. Anderegg for specific questions regarding size and dimensions.
Science Experiment - You can display an object from your project. PLEASE remember, NO live experiments or messy objects are allowed in the gym .
Research - You can display an object from your research.
Q: Can I demonstrate my experiment at the fair?
A: No active chemical reactions may be performed in the exhibit area. Examples of chemicals reactions are vinegar and baking soda volcanoes, and Diet Coke/Mentos experiments. With parent supervision, you may conduct experiments at home, take pictures, and document them on your project board.
If you have an item that aids to your display board, you may bring it to place in front of your display but it can't be an open liquid container, messy, dangerous, or something you are concerned will break. If you aren't sure if you can bring it in, contact Mrs. Anderegg or Mrs. Jensen and we can clarify.
Q: Can I demonstrate my invention and engineering project?
A: Yes. You need to bring a physical, 3D model of your invention to display and demonstrate. You can choose one of two options:
A Working Prototype (Recommended): A working model built out of simple, low-cost, or recycled materials (such as cardboard, tape, plastic bottles, straws, or string). It does not need to look like a manufactured store product—it just needs to show how your idea works!
A Finished Build: An invention constructed out of actual materials (such as wood, PVC, metal, or 3D-printed plastic), provided it was built safely at home.
Important Note: Engineering is about function, not cost! You will be evaluated on your idea, your design process, and how well your project works—not how fancy or expensive the materials are. A clever cardboard prototype that works will score just as high as a build made from wood or metal.
We will be limited on our space in the gym. Please ensure that the invention fits in front of your display board, doesn't require electrical power, doesn't contain "messy" components, or contains expensive components.
Q: Does my invention have to be made out of real materials like metal, wood, or hard plastic?
A: No! You have two choices:
Option A (Working Prototype): Build a working model out of cardboard, paper, tape, or recycled materials. This is what most real engineers do first!
Option B (Finsihed Build): Build your invention out of real materials (like wood or PVC) if you have access to them and can build safely.
Q: Can I handout prizes or giveaways to the people who view my project?
A: No. Prizes and giveaways are NOT allowed for any project type. The focus of fair day should be on your hard work and ingenuity!
Q: How will I be judged?
A: All 3rd-6th grade projects will be judged on a rubric and students will earn points based upon their own projects. Intermediate students, those in 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th grades, will be awarded ribbons based upon how they score on the rubric. Be sure to access the rubric and checklist for your category when starting your project. Primary students, those in Kindergarten, 1st and 2nd grades, will receive participation ribbons.
Q: How will I be judged if I am working with someone who has a different rubric?
A: If a primary student (K-2) is working with an intermediate student (3-6), the project will be judged using a rubric. This will apply to all project types.
Q: What if I change my partner or decide not to participate in the fair after registering?
A: Please use the contact page to email Mrs. Anderegg or Mrs. Jensen directly.
Q: Will we celebrate?
A: Every student who registers and presents a project will be invited to a special celebration party on Friday, November 20th during school. Ribbons will be presented and we will celebrate all of the learning and hard work!