Wisconsin Science Education Foundation presents

BADGER STATE

SCIENCE & ENGINEERING FAIR

 

Getting Started
What Should I Investigate?
  • Think about a project or idea you are interested in studying (visit science buddies ideas and Science Fair Central)
  • Begin your project journal
  • Read about the scientific method
  • Make notes in journal on the method that pertain to your project
  • Find a mentor
  • Sometimes if you get stuck, you might have to consider another idea
  • Don't forget, get certification before you start on your project
Register At BSSEF
BSSEF Needs These Forms To Start The Registration Process Due Dates
Student Interest Form 12/16/10
Student Registration Form 3/17/11
Get Project Certification Obtain permission from parents/teachers/mentor and  Scientist to work on project
All Projects Need these forms
Form 1: Checklist for Adult Sponsor / Safety Assessment Form 3/17/11
Form 1A: Student Checklist / Research Plan 3/17/11
Form 1B: Approval Form 3/17/11

Some Projects May Require More

Form 1C: Registered Research Institutional / Industrial Setting Form 3/17/11
Form 2: Qualified Scientist Form 3/17/11
Form 3: Risk Assessment Form 3/17/11
Form 4: Human Subjects and Informed Consent Form
3/17/11
Sample Informed Consent Statement 3/17/11
Form 5: Vertebrate Animal Form (5A and 5B) 3/17/11
Form 6A: Potentially Hazardous Biological Agents Form 3/17/11
Form 6B: Human and Vertebrate Animal Tissue Form 3/17/11
Form 7: Continuation Projects Form 3/17/11
Abstract Form (Only for regional fair use - ISEF finalists must use on-line system) 3/17/11
Rules Discover ISEF rules and regulations for your project (check with your fair for specific rules/regulations as fairs can relax these guidelines)
Do Project
  • Gather supplies
  • Set up project
  • Begin project with guidance
  • Document everything
Prepare for the fair Fill Out Specialty Award Selection Form
Prepare for the fair