Discover Nature Schools Science Fair

Kudos and equipment for winning science projects

We’re recognizing outstanding science-fair projects through our Discover Nature Schools program. Winners will receive trophies, plaques or ribbons for their achievements, and their schools will receive plaques and equipment for classroom use in teaching science.

  • Entries must show a connection to at least one Discover Nature Schools activity.
  • Competition starts December 1 and ends in May.
  • Download the submission criteria, judging criteria, and entry form below.
Science Fair Submission Criteria

If you are a teacher or homeschooler using a Discover Nature Schools unit in your classroom, your students's science projects qualify to participate in the science fair. Download the complete submission guidelines.

Science Fair Judging Criteria

Discover Nature Schools Science Fair projects will be judged using criteria from the St. Louis Science Fair and from the Discover Nature Schools scoring rubric, both outlined in this printer-friendly PDF.

Science Fair Entry Form

A separate entry form must accompany each Discover Nature Schools Science Fair entry. Download the printer-friendly entry form.