Ventura County Science Fair is March 23 at New Venue

  • 3/12/2018 10:39:00 AM

The Ventura County Office of Education is proud to present the 64th Ventura County Science Fair on Friday, March 23. This year, the Science Fair moves from its longtime location at the Ventura County Fairgrounds in Ventura to a new venue at California Lutheran University in Thousand Oaks.

Approximately 500 Ventura County students will be presenting more than 350 projects. The students are among thousands in grades 6-12 who competed for the chance to present at the fair. This year’s Science Fair includes a STEM Expo, hosted by Cal Lutheran, that will feature fascinating scientific exhibits and expose students to career opportunities in STEM-related fields.

Public Viewing of Entries

The public is invited to view the Science Fair entries on Friday, March 23 from 3:30 pm to 6:30 pm at California Lutheran University's Gilbert Arena at 60 W. Olsen Rd. in Thousand Oaks.

About the Ventura County Science Fair

With categories from animal sciences to physics, the Ventura County Science Fair is designed to promote and reward the achievements of our students in various scientific fields. By developing skills in science, technology, engineering and mathematics, students are laying the groundwork for their future success. The theme of this year’s science fair is “Past to Present and Beyond.”

The Science Fair brings together students, teachers and scientists from around Ventura County to give students an awareness of the importance of science in their lives and to cultivate their interest in science careers. The Science Fair enhances students’ scientific knowledge and research skills, reinforces science content standards for California public schools and recognizes outstanding student achievement. It also motivates students to undertake and complete scientific inquiries in their special areas of interest.

Approximately 100 science, engineering and industry professionals from throughout Ventura County volunteer their time to serve as judges for the Science Fair.

Approximately 40 Ventura County Science Fair participants will advance to the California State Science Fair on April 23-24 at the California Science Center in Los Angeles. Many Ventura County students have placed in the top three for their categories and some have been awarded Project of the Year at the statewide competition.

More information about the Ventura Count Science Fair is available on the VCOE website at www.vcoe.org/ScienceFair.