Prior to the pandemic, the Central Interior Science Exhibition was a staple of the school calendar for over 35 years. Every year, hundreds of kids would complete science fair projects and compete in school science fairs. They would then move on to the exhibition at UNBC.
The following two years, science fairs went virtual. Through Zoom and the auspices of the BC Science Fair Foundation, students were able to connect with judges and present their results on-line. Awards were given. Medals were earned. And students learned about presenting scientific data while employing the scientific method.
The event is one of many activities which have been sidelined during the past three years. However, we are hoping to revive it and once again enjoy the opportunity to engage with bright young minds as they explore everything from re-using plastic milk jugs to make pipes to studying the reactions of students to music to examining the water quality of the Neckako and Fraser Rivers.