Show off your research skills and knowledge by participating in MEDARVA Foundation's region-wide virtual science fair. Investigate an interesting topic and submit an abstract, an experimental design diagram, and a short video highlighting your process and results for a chance to win a scholarship.
The fair is open to any Greater Richmond area student in grades 6–12.
Prizes will be awarded in two student categories:
Junior Level (grades 6–8)
• First Prize - $1,500
• Second Prize - $1,000
• Third Prize - $500
Senior Level (grades 9–12)
• First Prize - $1,500
• Second Prize - $1,000
• Third Prize - $500
Educator Award
• $1,000 presented to each of the current science educator sponsors of the first prize winners in each category.
Registration and submission are due by 11:59 p.m. ET on April 17, 2022.- Winners will be notified by May 26, 2022 and must be able to attend the awards event on June 9, 2022.
General Rules
• All projects must be the original work of the student.
• The content must conform to all individual school policies.
• The decisions of the judges are final.
• By submitting an projects, entrants agree that the MEDARVA Foundation can use their name, likeness and project details for promotional purposes.
Details for Submissions
• All elements of the submission package must be included for eligibility
• Entry Form – fully completed with required attachments
• Summary Video – one minute maximum
• Release Forms - fully completed
The name and photo associated with your Google account will be recorded when you upload files and submit this form. Your email is not part of your response.
* Required
Download Virtual Science Fair Forms Below
Informational Handout (Google Doc) -
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1eU18DzIbiYB670NLuOjRURy5OlCcS92vT9ro5csHDq4/edit?usp=sharing
Informational Handout (PDF) -
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1vS8WzOehsW-Vn90L7BOmc8GkR_CF22yw/view?usp=sharing
Experimental Design Diagram (Google Doc) -
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ddrfYvxzIwFoKN05LUNgq5Ei69YvDmOFS3FTa4FT0xs/edit?usp=sharing
Experimental Design Diagram (PDF) -
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1gPoYEi0gQYBHEqfiSK8AuFwDMZoWpxxK/view?usp=sharing
Photo Release Form (Google Doc) -
https://docs.google.com/document/d/14j895iLotnU0d84bXKcxtXwW54E0cZ9rT9tnHWl8F6w/edit?usp=sharing
Photo Release Form (PDF) -
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1SdCf3GGptNYALyhXroB4PYbFdbtpqp2S/view?usp=sharing