February, 18, 2016
Contact: Jill Moberley, Public Information Officer
jmoberle@dps.k12.oh.us
For Immediate Release

DPS students put their scientific findings on display for judging

WHO:
Bonnie Porter — Fair organizer
Marijane Recob — Fair organizer
Mark Anthony Garrett — Guest speaker
Dayton Public Schools students

WHAT:
The annual Science/Technology and Invention Fair showcases DPS students’ scientific hypotheses and results. Nearly 350 students submitted entries this year. Their science projects will be judged by grade level beginning at 9 a.m. Renowned motivational speaker, Mark Anthony Garrett, will speak to parents at 9:30 a.m., and then spend the day at the fair. Garrett is a nationally known speaker who focuses on the importance of teachers in education. He is the author of “Teachers are Heroes” and “S.E.R.V.I.C.E is Everything.” The distribution of ribbons for winning entries will begin at approximately 12:15 p.m.

WHEN:
9 a.m. — 3 p.m.           
Saturday, Feb. 20, 2016

WHERE:
Ponitz Career Technology Center
741 Washington St.

INFO: 
Every project must follow a scientific method within strict guidelines. Categories include biochemistry, botany, computer science, earth and space sciences, among others. Students must be prepared to present their projects to the judges and discuss their findings. Entries that earn an “excellent” rating will qualify to compete regionally.      

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