Area students in grades 6-12 invited to submit projects for science fair

BEMIDJI — Bemidji State University is accepting submissions from students in grades 6-12 for the Northern Minnesota Regional Science Fair, hosted Feb. 28 at BSU.

Particularly for students who attend schools that no longer host local fairs, the fair allows students to register and compete directly in a regional competition and potentially advance to a state-level fair in March.

Students who live in one of 18 northern Minnesota counties — Aitkin, Beltrami, Benton, Cass, Clearwater, Crow Wing, Hubbard, Itasca, Kittson, Koochiching, Lake of the Woods, Marshall, Mille Lacs, Morrison, Pennington, Red Lake, Roseau or Wadena — are eligible to submit projects. Students must register projects before Feb. 10.

Organizers described the fair as “a celebration of scientific exploration and innovation,” allowing participating students to earn awards in their respective categories. Special prizes will also be awarded for projects demonstrating innovation and potential for real-world impact. Top projects will be promoted to compete at the 87th Annual Minnesota Science and Engineering Fair March 28 at the State Fair Grounds in St. Paul.

For those seeking guidance on completing a science fair project and navigating the paperwork, comprehensive tutorials are available at

bemidjistate.edu/conferences/science-fair/

“These resources are designed to support students in every step of their scientific journey, from conceptualization to presentation,” said. Dr. Kjerstin Owens, professor of biology and one of the fair’s coordinators, in a news release.

For questions about the fair or to register projects, contact the fair organizers at

NorthernMNScienceFair@bemidjistate.edu

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