Time to put on your science hat
The Eskom Expo for Young Scientists has had amazing success over the last few years and, according to the new regional science fair director, this year will be no different.
To keep up the growth and further the success of the expo, says new director Caroline Bredell, she needs assistance from schools, businesses and the community within her region to join the organising committee for the regional science fair, and to act as judges during the fair in August, which will be held at Nelson Mandela University (NMU) in George.
Bredell is the physical science teacher at Knysna High School.
The Eskom Expo is South Africa’s biggest and most successful science fair for primary and secondary school learners, where they are provided an opportunity to exhibit their own scientific investigations and engineering projects. The expo brings together students, teachers, professional organisations and educational bodies from all over South Africa and the world.
All learners are encouraged to enter the regional expo for young scientists. It is an event that allows participants from Grades 6 to 12 to present their projects to a panel of judges.
“We strive to develop young scientists who are able to identify a problem, analyse information, find solutions and communicate the findings effectively,” says Bredell.
Want to get involved?
The following opportunities are available for people who wish to make a difference: Committee members to assist Bredell in organising the regional science fair. Judges for the science fair to be held at NMU in George from 10 to 11 August 2018. Sponsors for the science fair. Please contact Bredell on 076 068 1908 or email cbredell@tuskies.co.za –