The success of the science and engineering fair, which includes more than 400 exhibits, depends largely on the quality of the judging. As you visit the other science fair sites, become familiar with what is expected of the students and teachers. You may want to see a copy of the judging form and schedule of the day. The chairperson from each category will brief the judges and distribute the specific judging assignments it each judge. Judges will then interview their assigned students and any other projects which may have been placed on a list as possible considerations for state competition.
Judges meet for the last time to determine the place winners.
It is extremely important for judges to remain until all the students in their categories have been judged 3 times and all place winners have been chosen. Judging is usually completed by approximately 3 pm. The judging experience can be best achieved when judges conduct individual interviews. Be patient while other judges finish up their interview with a particular project. Standing close by or joining in the interview may make the participant more nervous.