Fair Participation Information
Students participating in the fair have put in a lot of hard work on their projects. It is important to make sure that all of the requirements of the San Mateo County STEM Fair have also been met. The Fair tries its best to align its requirements with that of the State Science Fair and national fairs such as the Broadcom Masters. Please look over the requirements and tips below to make sure your are ready for the fair.
Updates to the 2021 STEM Fair
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The 2021 San Mateo County Office of Education STEM Fair will be held virtually!
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High school students will not participate in the 2021 San Mateo County Office of Education STEM Fair.
- The Golden Gate STEM Fair will act as students local STEM Fair, and provide them with access to the CA State Science and Engineering Fair and International Science and Engineering Fair.
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All students grades 5-8 will submit projects using this Google Slides Template. (you will be forced to make a copy for yourself)
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All judging will take virtually, and judges will use your slide deck, in lieu of a tri-fold project board, to judge your project.
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All students will be scheduled for interviews with judges via Zoom.
Project Requirements
Students must follow the directions and guidelines below to participate in the fair.