Local Science Engagement Network Community

I am the VP for the Junior Academy of the Washington Academy of Sciences (in DC).  Among other things we organize judges for local science fairs.  This is a great opportunity for supporting local science and engineering activities.  Schools all over the country have a tradition of science fairs.  They are not always well done, but this is an entrenched tradition and we can leverage it for promoting science to both students and their teachers.  I encourage you to get in touch with your state's academy of science(s) if you are motivated to serve as a science fair judge.  You can also contact the National Association of Academies of Science (naas.org) .  If you are in the DC area, please contact me at jracademy@washacadsci.org.  Thanks! 

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Paul Arveson
Board of Managers
Washington Academy of Sciences
Rockville, MD
www.washacadsci.org
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https://www.academiesofscience.org/ (this is the right link FYI)

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Srikanth Mahankali
Omaha NE
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Thank you for sharing this information Paul.

The Ohio Academy of Science hosts State Science Day (Science Fair) each year. This will be my first year participating as a poster judge, and as a scientist that students will have the opportunity to meet during a lunch event. Science fairs are excellent opportunities for students to present their work, and become inspired by STEM professionals. I hope to be there to not only provide helpful feedback, but also to encourage and inspire them to continue to build on their work. 

More Information on the State Science Day Celebration of Science program Here: 
https://www.ohiosci.org/event/2023-state-science-day-celebration-of-science-showcase/

General Information on State Science Day Here: 
https://ssd.ohiosci.org/

About the Ohio Academy of Science Here: 
https://www.ohiosci.org/about-us/

Best Regards,

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Endia J. Crabtree, PhD, BCMAS, CDP
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