Community Science Fair

*Announcement! The application deadline has been extended to October 1 Join us for a day of discovery, creativity, and innovation at our Community Science Fair! The theme for the 2026 WiSciFest is “The Science of Us! - A Celebration of the Brain and Body.” Participants of all ages are invited to showcase experiments, research projects, engineering ideas, and scientific discoveries. Whether you are a first-time scientist or an experienced researcher, this event is designed to celebrate curiosity and learning. Room: Second Floor: The Community Room & Lake-Facing Windows Age range: All Ages Registration Required: https://forms.gle/MBV9fciTNU79MBFX9 Registration Information Registration Deadline: October 1 Registered participants will receive: A participant information packet One standard tri-fold display board Judging Categories Projects will be judged using age-appropriate scientific standards. Elementary & Middle School: Demonstrations or simple experiments Focus on using the scientific method and creative presentation High School Original research or engineering solutions Focus on quantitative data, multiple trials, and cited research Adults Advanced research, citizen science, or human-impact data Focus on real-world application, data integrity, and depth of analysis General Participation Rules Originality: All projects must be the work of the entrant(s). Adults may guide participants but should not complete the work for them. Team Size: Maximum of 3 members per project. Mixed-age teams will compete in the category of the oldest member. Safety First: Open flames, dangerous chemicals, explosives, and illegal substances are prohibited. Ethics: Projects involving human subjects must be minimal risk. Participants should obtain informed consent from anyone involved in testing or surveys. Display & Setup Guidelines Standard tri-fold display boards should not exceed 36” tall x 48” wide Displays should include: Project title Research…