The elementary and junior divisions accounted for all of the increase. A casual stroll along the many aisles of projects hinted that television advertising provided the inspiration for younger scientists. Typical projects sought to rediscover which paper towel was strongest and which stain remover worked best on kids' clothes. One atypical student deserved an award of some sort, if only for an inventive title. Stephanie Seman of Lima-Brighton Elementary School in Howe, IN, bucked the commercial trend.
Dogs have the cleanest mouths, followed by cats.
If anyone were to challenge Stephanie's findings, she has petri dish cultures to prove her point. Project titles weren't quite so straightforward in the senior division. For a more in-depth explanation, contact Paul directly. Six regional division winners will go on to the State of Indiana science fair competition, to be held in Indianapolis on March 24 and 25. Melissa Barber and James Morrow, both of DeKalb Middle School, advanced in the junior division.