Students invited to register for the TWU Science Fair

12/11/12

DENTON — Registration for the 24th annual Texas Woman’s University Science Fair currently is under way. All students in public, private, parochial and home schools in kindergarten through ninth grade are invited to participate in the science fair, which will take place on April 13, 2013 on the TWU Denton campus.

There is a $10 entry fee per student and the registration deadline is April 5, 2013. For more information or to register, visit www.twu.edu/arts-sciences/science-fair.asp or contact Anna Bussart at (940) 898-3325 or abussart@twu.edu.

Each entry will be judged on scientific ability, clarity, skill, thoroughness and creative ability. All participants will be awarded a ribbon. A first- and second-place trophy will be awarded for the “Best in Grade” top two outstanding projects in each grade K-9. “Best in Class” trophies will be awarded to the projects judged best in the lower elementary division (grades K-3), the upper elementary division (grades 4-6) and the junior division (grades 7-9). The “Best Group” trophies will be awarded to the best group project in the lower and upper elementary divisions. Each student will receive a ribbon placing their project as Outstanding, Excellent, Commendable or Honorable Mention.

The TWU Science Fair is designed to raise interest and involvement in mathematics and science for area youth, as well as recognize and commend local scientific talent and hobby pursuits.