2014 EASTERN KENTUCKY SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY FAIR
Morehead State University
Students (Grades 4-12) are invited to participate in the 2014 EASTERN KENTUCKY SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY FAIR. The
fair will be held on Saturday February 22, 2014 at Morehead State University in Morehead, Kentucky. The registration
form must be received no later than Feb 10, 2014.
Purpose: The 2014 EASTERN KENTUCKY SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY FAIR gives Eastern Kentucky students an opportunity
to exhibit science and engineering projects on which they have worked and to have their exhibits evaluated by expert
judges. This venue provides students with learning experience in critical thinking, problem solving and leadership in an
academic setting. This venue also provides students with the opportunity to earn rewards and honors and further
promotes interests in science.
Division: The 2014 EASTERN KENTUCKY SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY FAIR will have two divisions: Division I (Grades 4-8)
and Division II (Grades 9-12). Both divisions contain specific content specified below.
Eligibility: All students enrolled in Grades 4-12 in the Commonwealth of Kentucky are eligible to participate, whether
they are attending a public, private or parochial school or are being home schooled. Students in all counties of Eastern
KY are encouraged to participate, particularly students in the following counties: Carter, Elliott, Greenup, Johnson,
Lewis, Morgan, Pike, and Rowan.
Students (Grades 4-12) can enter exhibits of their science or engineering projects in the following categories.
No exhibitor will be permitted to change categories, age groups, or exhibits once the official Registration form has been
submitted.
1. Animal Sciences
3. Biochemistry
5. Chemistry
7. Earth Science
9. Engineering (Materials & Bioengineering)
11. Environmental Management
13. Mathematical Sciences
15. Microbiology
17. Plant Sciences
2. Behavioral and Social Sciences
4. Cellular & Molecular Biology
6. Computer Science
8. Engineering (Electrical & Mechanical)
10. Energy and Transportation
12. Environmental Sciences
14. Medicine and Health Sciences
16. Physics and Astronomy
RULES for 2014 EASTERN KENTUCKY SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY FAIR
 A contestant may enter only one exhibit.
 Applications and required forms for exhibit entries must be received by the fair director and must be received
no later than February 10, 2014. There is no registration fee required for the fair.
 All work on exhibits must be done by the student or group of students, though teachers and sponsors may
advise. Any exhibits, which indicate the direct assistance of the teacher, or any other outside help (such as
parental) will be disqualified by the judges. Teachers or sponsors may advise, but must not construct any part of
the exhibit.
 Exhibits must meet certain size limitations and safety standards. Exhibits must be confined to a table or floor
space of 61 cm front to back and by 122 cm side to side, or smaller. Projects must be less than 274 cm high.
Construction of exhibits must be durable, and movable parts firmly attached for safety precaution. All switches
and cords for 110-volt operation must be of an approved variety. Electrical cords should be at least 10 feet long.
(An electrical outlet is provided only upon request so be sure to circle yes on the application form if needed.)
 An exhibit must include a record book outlining the purpose of the project, procedure used, source of data and
information, summary and conclusions, etc. Record books must be kept and made available for observation
and examination by the judges for all exhibits. The record book should be free of spelling and grammatical
errors. Remember, you must be present at the specified time during the judging of the exhibits, and your
exhibit and Record Book must be available to the judges during the judging process.
 Exhibitors must provide their own display surfaces. Only table space will be provided. If you need to support
your display, you need to obtain and prepare the materials so that the display will be supported
 The exhibitor's school affiliation must not be visible until judging is complete.
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Exhibits may not have live animals (vertebrate or invertebrate), preserved vertebrate animals or parts, (including
embryos), hazardous materials, or material that might be deemed offensive.
Research involving the use of
animals may display drawings, charts, or graphs to illustrate the conditions, developments, and results of the
investigations. Photographs of surgical techniques depicting vertebrate animals in other than normal conditions
may not be displayed on the student's exhibit but may be contained in an accompanying notebook. Any
Registration form for a project involving vertebrate animals, human subjects, recombinant DNA, or tissues must
be accompanied by copies of all completed certification forms required to be eligible for exhibiting space.
On the day of the SCIENCE FAIR: The fair will begin with the onsite registration, followed by exhibit set up, exhibit
judging, lunch break, public viewing of exhibits, and an award ceremony. Specific times for each of these events will be
sent out later.
Awards will include: 1) Certificates for 1st and 2nd place winners in each category, and 2) Recognition for all
participants. Awards will be given according to minimum standards to be determined by the judges. The decision of the
judges is final.
For more information about registration forms, guidelines, the construction of exhibits, or other questions about the
FAIR, please contact one of the following individuals:
Dr. Gregory M. Corso
Dr. Ilsun White
Chair & Professor of Psychology
Professor of Psychology
414A Reed Hall, Morehead State University
411A Reed Hall, Morehead State University
Morehead, KY 40351
Morehead, KY 40351
Office Phone: (606) 783-2981
Office Phone: (606) 783-2991
Email: g.corso@moreheadstate.edu
Email: i.white@moreheadstate.edu
Completed registration forms may be scanned and emailed to Dr. Ilsun White or Dr. Greg Corso
The 2014 EASTERN KENTUCKY SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY FAIR is modeled after the Kentucky Science and Engineering
Fair (KY-SEF). EASTERN KENTUCKY SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY FAIR follows governing rules similar to those of the
Kentucky Science and Engineering Fair (KY-SEF). However, the 2014 EASTERN KENTUCKY SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY FAIR
is not affiliated with the KY-SEF fair.
We are looking forward to your participation in the 2014 EASTERN KENTUCKY SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY FAIR at
Morehead State University on Saturday, February 22, 2014!
[Please see attached Registration Form]
STUDENT REGISTRATION FORM
2014 Eastern Kentucky Science & Technology Fair
MUST BE RECEIVED BY FEBRUARY 10, 2014
Personal Information
First Name * _________________________________
Last Name *___________________________________
Street * ______________________________________________________________________________________
City * ____________________________ State* ____________________ & Zip * ______________________
Phone *______________________________
Email (optional) * ___________________________________
GRADE *:
4th
5th
6th
7th
8th
9th
10th
11th
12th (circle one)
School Information
Name of School *______________________________________________________________________________
County * _____________________________________________________
Street * ______________________________________________________________________________________
City * ____________________________ State * ____________________ & Zip * ______________________
NAME of Teacher * ________________________________________________________
Teacher Email * __________________________________________________________
Teacher DAYTIME Phone # * ___________________________________
Project Information
Title of project: *______________________________________________________________________________
Category of Project (select ONE- circle it or check it off)
1. Animal Sciences
2. Behavioral and Social Sciences
3. Biochemistry
4. Cellular and Molecular Biology
5. Chemistry
6. Computer Science
7. Earth and Planetary Science
8. Engineering: Electrical & Mechanical
9. Engineering: Material and Bioengineering
10. Energy and Transport
11. Environmental Management
12. Environmental Sciences
13. Mathematical Sciences
14. Medicine and Health Sciences
15. Microbiology
16. Physics and Astronomy
17. Plant Sciences
Will your project require electricity YES or NO? (Circle answer) *
NOTICE TO ALL STUDENTS: Your registration is not complete until the Registration Form is submitted to the Director of
the 2014 EASTERN KENTUCKY SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY FAIR. Please make two copies of the form: one for your
teacher and one for you. All items marked with an * are required
Teacher’s Signature *___________________________________________ Date:_________________________
When complete, please email, fax, or mail this form to:
Dr. Gregory M. Corso
Director, 2014 Eastern Kentucky Science & Technology Fair
Chair & Professor of Psychology
414 Reed Hall
Morehead State University
Morehead, KY 40351
Fax: (606) 783-5077
Email: g.corso@moreheadstate.edu