Tennessee Tech University

16 Counties

• Bledsoe, Cannon, Clay, Cumberland, DeKalb, Fentress, Jackson, Macon, Overton, Pickett, Putnam, Scott, Smith, Van Buren, Warren, and White.

Eligibility

• Students in the 4th through 12th grades attending a public, private, parochial or home school (grade equivalent) within our region (see list of 16 eligible counties), whose projects have received an award or honorable mention in a school fair, are eligible to enter a project/exhibit.

• Students whose schools did not have a school fair are eligible to enter.

Individual & Team Projects/Exhibits

• Individual student and team exhibitions are accepted. A student or team may enter only one project.

Exhibition/Project Categories

• Biological
• Mathematical
• Physical
• Engineering

Three Divisions by Grade Level 

• Senior Division: 10th, 11th & 12th grade 
• Junior Division*: 7th, 8th & 9th grade
  (*a student or team in the 9th grade may choose to exhibit/compete in the Senior Division)
• Intermediate Division: 4th, 5th & 6th grade

Request Judges for Your School's Fair Here

If you wish to request judges for your school's science and engineering fair, please email the following information to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it or call 931-372-6585.

• Name (first and last) of the science teacher, or other administrator, requesting judges.
• Name of school; county in which school is located.
• Teacher's contact email address, school phone number, teacher's cell phone number (if available).
• Indicate the grade level divisions you want judged: Intermediate (4th-6th); Junior (7th-9th); Senior (10-12th).
• Indicate the specific categories that will be represented at your fair: Biological, Physical, Mathematics, and/or Engineering.
• Number of participants you expect for your fair.
• Number of judges you estimate are required for your fair.
• Date and time of your fair.

Please email your request for judges two weeks (10 business days) prior to your school's fair.

Help Your Students Compete Using ISEF Guidelines - Be Prepared with Appropriate Forms

The Cumberland Plateau Regional Science & Engineering Fair is an International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF) affiliated fair.

Read the 2012 ISEF Rules & Guidelines. Please print a hard copy for your files and reference.

• ISEF Rules & Guidelines (PDF)
• ISEF Document Library (For more information visit the link to ISEF website Document Library.)

Prior to starting research, students must complete/have signed the required research forms:

• Senior Division (10th-12th): ALL REQUIRED FORMS & Submit a 100 word Project Abstract/Description
  • Form 1: 2012 Checklist for Adult Sponsor / Safety Assessment Form (PDF)
  • Form 1A: 2012 Student Checklist / Research Plan (PDF)
  • Form 1B:  2012 Approval Form (PDF)
  • (Paper copies of these forms MUST accompany projects when your school’s award winners and honorable mention students check-in, set-up and display their work on Friday, March 30, 2012.)
• Senior Division competitors MUST also submit their research title and 100 word project abstract via email to Christina Hatley, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it , when registering for the regional fair. Bring two (2) paper copies of the Research Abstract to submit at check in.
  • Include on 100-word Research Abstract/Description the following information:
    • Your Name (first and last)
    • Your Grade
    • Name of Your School
    • Title of Your Research

• Junior Division (7th-9th): It is recommended that Junior Division competitors complete the above forms and abstract, but not required.
• Intermediate Division (4th-6th): Forms 1,1A & 1B and abstract are not required.

NOTE: ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST COMPLETE FORMS FOR PROJECTS INVOLVING LIVING or PREVIOUSLY LIVING ENTITIES PRIOR TO STARTING RESEARCH

• If using human subjects in research, complete Form 4 (PDF); must be signed by a member of the IRB committee prior to starting research.
• If using vertebrate animals in research, complete Forms 5A/5B (PDF); must be signed by a member of the SRC committee prior to starting research.

IRB / SRC Committee Members to Contact for Signatures

• Dr. David Murdock, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it or call 931-372-3044. (Human Studies)
• Dr. Billy Greene, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it or call 931-372-3127. (Vertebrate Animal Studies)
• Ponda Armstrong, 931-372-3541; email contact coming soon. (Biology)

Review the Judging Rubrics

The criteria outlined in the Judging Rubrics (Individual and Team) will be used to judge projects in March.

• Judging Rubric for Individual Exhibits (PDF)
• Judging Rubric for Team Exhibits (PDF)

After Your School’s Fair

• Please provide the division/category award winners and honorable mention winners with the 
Student & Parent/Guardian Participation & Registration Information (PDF).
• Inform them of the Registration Fee: $10 per individual project; $10 per team project.
  NOTE: The $10 registration fee is waived if a student qualifies for free or reduced lunch program at school; teachers will verify eligibility.
• Inform them that Students & Parent/Guardians can complete the Online Registration through the STEM Center's MarketPlace "store" located in the REGISTRATION & FORMS tab above.

Exhibitor Check In for Regional Fair

• Friday, March 30th from 3pm to 8:30pm in the Oakley STEM Center Lobby
• Students and Parent/Guardians may check in research exhibits on Friday, March 30th from 3-8:30pm; NO CHECK IN ON SATURDAY.
• Teachers may check in exhibits on behalf of students if parents and/or students are unable to check in during those hours.

•  Student & Parent/Guardian Information (PDF)

Get Ready for the Regional Science & Engineering Fair

Be prepared for the 2012 Cumberland Plateau Regional Science & Engineering Fair…If your child won an award or received honorable mention during their school’s science and engineering fair or if their school did not host a fair, please review the guidelines and information for participating at the regional level.

Prior to starting research, students must have completed the required forms:

• Senior Division (10th-12th): ALL REQUIRED FORMS & Submit Project Title & Abstract/Description
  • Form 1: 2012 Checklist for Adult Sponsor / Safety Assessment Form (PDF)
  • Form 1A: 2012 Student Checklist / Research Plan (PDF)
  • Form 1B:  2012 Approval Form (PDF)
  • Research Title and Project Abstract/Description MUST also be submitted. Send via email to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it when registering for the regional fair.
  • • Include on 100-word Research Abstract/Description the following information:
      • Your Name (first and last)
      • Your Grade
      • Name of Your School
      • Title of Your Research

(Paper copies of these forms; plus 2 copies of the Research Abstract MUST accompany projects when your school’s senior division award winners and honorable mention students check-in, set-up and display their work on Friday, March 30, 2012.)

• Junior Division (7th-9th): It is recommended that Junior Division competitors complete the above forms and abstract, but not required.
• Intermediate Division (4th-6th): Forms 1,1A & 1B and Abstract ARE NOT REQUIRED.

NOTE: ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST COMPLETE FORMS FOR PROJECTS INVOLVING LIVING or PREVIOUSLY LIVING ENTITIES

• If using human subjects in research, complete Form 4 (PDF); must be signed by a member of the IRB committee prior to starting research.
• If using vertebrate animals in research, complete Forms 5A/5B (PDF); must be signed by a member of the SRC committee prior to starting research.

IRB / SRC Committee Members to Contact for Signatures

• Dr. David Murdock,  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it or call 931-372-3044. (Human Studies)
• Dr. Billy Greene,  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it or call 931-372-3127. (Vertebrate Animal Studies)
• Ponda Armstrong, 931-372-3541; email contact coming soon. (Biology)

Registration Information | $10 Fee Per Exhibit (Individual or Team)

• Students & Parent/Guardians complete online registration through the STEM Center's MarketPlace "store".
  The $10 registration fee is waived if the student qualifies for the free and reduced lunch program at school. Teachers will verify eligibility.
• Teachers may check in exhibits on behalf of students if parents and/or students are unable to check in during those hours.
• See REGISTRATION & FORMS tab above for more registration information.

What Happens During the Fair?

• The fair starts on Friday, March 30 with Exhibition Check In from 3pm-8:30pm (central time). THERE IS NO EXHIBIT CHECK IN ON SATURDAY DURING THE FAIR.
• Student participants, their families and friends are invited to attend the Opening Ceremony on Friday night at 7pm, featuring a guest speaker.
• Project/exhibition judging takes place Saturday morning from 8am-12pm:
  • SENIOR DIVISION competitors must be present to respond to judges during this time.
  • JUNIOR DIVISION competitors are encouraged to be present to answer judges' questions, but not required.
  • INTERMEDIATE DIVISION competitors are encouraged to be present for the experience, but not required.
• Exhibit areas are closed to parents and the public during judging, 8am-12pm. A list of activities and accessible dining will be provided to families.
• Exhibits are open for public viewing from 12-3pm.
• Awards Ceremony begins at 3pm in the STEM Center Auditorium.


Photo / Video Release

The regional science and engineering fair takes photos and video during the annual fair; and photos of the award and honorable mention recipients. We request permission to use your child’s likeness in future promotions for the fair.

• Please complete the Science & Engineering Fair Photo / Information Release (PDF) and bring with you to fair; additional releases will be available at check in.

For More Information

• Contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it or call 931-372-6573.

Online Registration Closed.
For more information call 931-372-6573.

Online Registration for the Regional Science & Engineering Fair | Fee: $10

• Students will register for the 2012 regional science and engineering fair through the STEM Center's Online MarketPlace Store.
• REGISTRATION FEE: $10 per exhibit (Individual or Team)
  If the student qualifies for free and reduced lunch at school, the registration fee is waived; teachers will verify eligibility. When completing the online registration, ENTER THE PROMO CODE: LUNCH
• MarketPlace accepts credit cards: Visa, MasterCard, Discover, and American Express

Prefer To Pay By Check?

• If you prefer to pay the registration fee by check, complete the Online MarketPlace Registration and ENTER THE PROMO CODE: MAIL
• Make check payable to: Tennessee Tech University
• Mail to:
  Oakley STEM Center
  Science & Engineering Fair
  155 W. 7th St.
  Cookeville TN 38505

 Don't Have Access To A Computer?

• If you don't have access to a computer for Online MarketPlace Registration, please contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it or call 931-372-6573.

SENIOR DIVISION (10th-12th) Required Forms & Documentation

• When registering, Senior Division competitors must submit their Research Title and a 100 word Abstract/Description of the project to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it via email.
  • Include on 100-word Research Abstract/Description the following information:
    • Your Name (first and last)
    • Your Grade
    • Name of Your School
    • Title of Your Research

Bring the following completed forms when you check in on Friday, March 30th:

• Form 1: 2012 Checklist for Adult Sponsor / Safety Assessment Form (PDF)
• Form 1A: 2012 Student Checklist / Research Plan (PDF)
• Form 1B: 2012 Approval Form (PDF)
• 100 Word Research Abstract [including your name, grade, school, and research title] (2 copies)

Additional Forms (if applicable to the project):

• Form 4: 2012 Human Subjects & Informed Consent Form (PDF)
• Form 5A/5B: 2012 Vertebrate Animal Form (PDF)

Additional Forms for Specialized Research:

• Available through the ISEF Document Library.

Junior (7th-9th) & Intermediate (4th-6th) Division Form(s) Requirements

• Junior Division (7th-9th): It is recommended that Junior Division competitors complete Forms 1, 1A & 1B and abstract, but not required.
• Intermediate Division (4th-6th): Forms 1,1A & 1B and abstract are not required.

Regardless of Division

ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST COMPLETE FORMS FOR PROJECTS INVOLVING LIVING or PREVIOUSLY LIVING ENTITIES

• If using human subjects in research, complete Form 4 (PDF); must be signed by a member of the IRB committee prior to starting research.
• If using vertebrate animals in research, complete Forms 5A/5B (PDF); must be signed by a member of the SRC committee prior to starting research.

CLICK LINK BELOW TO REGISTER FOR THE FAIR

• CLICK HERE to complete the Online MarketPlace Registration. ONLINE REGISTRATION CLOSED.

• For more information call 931-372-6573.

• An email confirmation of your registration will be sent to the email address provided in the online form.

2012 Fair Schedule

Friday, March 30:

CHECK IN | 3-8:30pm

• 3-8:30pm / Check-in & Set-Up Exhibits (ALL DIVISIONS)
  STEM Center Lobby & Learning Studios

OPENING CEREMONY | 7-8pm

• 7-8pm / Opening Ceremony / STEM Center Auditorium
  Dr. Vicki LeFevre, Aerospace Engineer
  U.S. Army Aviation & Missile Command Redstone Arsenal
  Tennessee Tech Class of 1981

PLEASE NOTE:
Exhibition Check-in is on FRIDAY ONLY

Saturday, March 31:

JUDGES MEETING | 7:30-8am

• 7:30-8am / Judges Meeting

JUDGING OF EXHIBITS | 8am-12pm

• 8am-12pm / Judging of Exhibits / STEM Center Lobby & Learning Studios
  SENIOR DIVISION competitors must be present to respond to judges during this time.
  JUNIOR DIVISION competitors are encouraged to be present to answer judges' questions, but not required.
  INTERMEDIATE DIVISION competitors are encouraged to be present for the experience, but not required.
• Exhibit areas are closed to parents and the public during judging, 8am-12pm. A list of activities and accessible dining will be provided to families.

PUBLIC VIEWING | 12-3pm

• 12-3pm / Exhibits are open for public viewing

AWARDS CEREMONY | 3-4:30pm

• 3-4:30pm / Awards Ceremony / STEM Center Auditorium
  Mr. Bob Luna, Master of Ceremonies
  Luna & Birdwell Investment Group
  
• Photos of award winners will be taken as awards are received; please complete the Science & Engineering Fair Photo Release Form.
• Projects must remain on display until the end of the Awards Ceremony.

Directions & TTU Campus Map

• Directions to STEM Center

• Interactive TTU Campus Map

TTU Campus / WestSide Neighborhood Activities & Restaurant Specials

Participants and their families and friends may experience “wait times” during the regional science and engineering fair, during judging, etc. See the list below for a variety of activity and lunch options for the whole family – including student and community booths on-site, family-friendly neighborhood eateries, museums, and TTU sports.

TTU Student & Community Groups

• Check out the TTU student and community organizations located in the small parking at the north / main entrance of the STEM Center.

Eateries, Ice Cream & Cupcakes (Specials & discounts)


• Conveniently located just six (6) blocks from the STEM Center. Take 7th St. to Cedar Avenue; go right on Cedar (you will pass the regional medical center on the right as you proceed down Cedar). Mention the Science & Engineering Fair

The Dog House | 24 N Cedar Ave | 931-372-0093
FREE Drink w/ Purchase of Hot Dog | facebook/the-dog-house

World Foods | 22 N Cedar Ave | 931-528-5090
Slice of Cheese Pizza & Canned Soda $3.50 | facebook/world-foods

Cream City Ice Cream & Coffee House | 119 W Broad St | 931-528-2732
10% off all purchases | facebook/cream-city-ice-cream-coffee-house
    
Sweet Sallie’s Bakery & Café | 11 N Oak St | 931-526-6556
10% off all purchases | sweetsallies.com

Museums & Activities


• Also conveniently located throughout the historic WestSide neighborhood.

Cookeville Depot Museum | 116 W Broad St | 931-528-8570

cookevilledepot.com

Cookeville History Museum | 40 E Broad St | 931-520-5455
This e-mail address is being protected from spambots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

Kiwanis Cookeville Children’s Museum | 36 W 2nd St | 931-979-7529
kiwaniscookevillechildrensmuseum.org / admission fees apply

Putnam County Public Library | 50 E Broad St | 931-526-2416
pclibrary.org

TTU Sports / Sat, March 31

• 
Playing fields are on North Willow Ave., across from the Hooper Eblen Stadium.

Softball: TTU vs. Southeast Missouri State | 1pm

Baseball: TTU vs. Murray State | 1:30pm
ttusports.com

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Which counties are included in the Cumberland Plateau Science & Engineering Fair?

• There are 16: Bledsoe, Cannon, Clay, Cumberland, DeKalb, Fentress, Jackson, Macon, Overton, Pickett, Putnam, Scott, Smith, Van Buren, Warren and White.

Q: Does my child have to win their school’s fair in order to participate in the regional fair?

• Students attending a public, private, or home school within our region (see 16 counties), whose projects have received an award or honorable mention in a school fair, are eligible to enter a project/exhibit. Students whose schools did not have a school fair are also eligible to enter.

Q: What happens during the fair?

• 
The fair starts on Friday, March 30th with exhibition check-in from 3-8:30pm. Exhibition check-in is on Friday only.
• Student exhibitors, their families, and friends are invited to attend the Opening Ceremony on Friday evening, featuring a guest speaker.
• Project/exhibition judging takes place Saturday morning, March 31st from 8am-12pm; exhibits are open for public viewing from 12-3pm.
• The Awards Ceremony starts at 3pm in the STEM Center Auditorium.

Q: Is there a registration fee for entering the Regional Science & Engineering Fair?

• Yes. There is a $10 registration fee per exhibit (Individual and/or Team).
• However, if a student qualifies for free or reduced lunch at school the fee is waived; teachers will verify eligibility. Email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it or call 931-372-6573, for more information.

Q: When can exhibits be checked in?

• Exhibits can be checked in on Friday, March 30th at the Millard Oakley STEM Center on TTU’s campus between the hours of 3pm-8:30pm (central time). THERE IS NO CHECK IN ON SATURDAY DURING THE FAIR.

Q: What if I/my child can’t get to the STEM Center during that time frame?

• A teacher may check in exhibits for their student(s) during those hours.

Q: Are there forms or paperwork required to check in for the fair?

• Yes. Certain forms are required only for Senior Division students; others are related to the type of research.

  SENIOR DIVISION (10th-12th) MUST SUBMIT:
  Form 1: Checklist for Adult Sponsor / Safety Assessment Form
  Form 1A: Student Checklist/Research Plan
  Form 1B: Approval Form
  Research Project Title & Abstract via email to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it .
  
JUNIOR DIVISION (7th-9th): submission of above forms not required, but recommended
.
  INTERMEDIATE DIVISION (4th-6th): above forms not required.

NOTE: ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST COMPLETE FORMS FOR PROJECTS INVOLVING LIVING or PREVIOUSLY LIVING ENTITIES

If using human subjects in research, complete Form 4; must be signed by a member of the IRB committee prior to starting research.

If using vertebrate animals in research, complete Forms 5A/5B; these must be signed by a member of the SRC committee prior to starting research.

Q: What if I don’t know the appropriate category is for my/my child’s exhibit? Biological, physical, mathematical, or engineering?

• For help confirming/clarifying the appropriate research/exhibit category, email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it or call 931-372-6573.

Q: Does my child have to stay with his/her exhibit during the judging process on Saturday morning from 8am to noon?

• Senior exhibitors (10th, 11th & 12th grade) are required to stay to respond to judges’ questions.
• Junior exhibitors (7th, 8th & 9th grade) are strongly encouraged to be present during judging to answer questions.
• Intermediate exhibitors (4th, 5th & 6th grade) are not required to stay, but are encouraged to do so for the experience.

Q: What if I have more questions?

• For more information, please contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it or call 931-372-6573.

Special Awards | All Divisions

• National Society of Professional Engineers Award
  Matthew Lilly | Jackson County High School

• National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Award
  Kurt Dunham | Cookeville High School

• Mu Alpha Theta Award
  Peter Antoniak | DeKalb County High School

• Ricoh Americas Corporation Award
  Sami Alouani & Seth Anderson | Cookeville High School
  
  
• Stockholm Junior Award
  Andrew Brown, Adam Thrugmorton & Bronson Saterfield | Cookville High School
  Sarah Fordham & Keri Litchforde | Clarkrange High School
  Kurt Dunham | Cookeville High School
  
  
• U.S. Metric Association Award
  Elijah Walker | Monterey High School
  
  
• American Meteorological Society Award
  Alizza Shremp | Hilham Elementary School
  Forest Yancy | Oneida Elementary School
  Braxton Neeley | Cornerstone Middle School

• American Psycological Association Award
  Braxton Neeley | Cornerstone Middle School

• ASM Materials Education Foundation Award
  Scarlett Provot | Cornerstone Middle School

• Broadcom MASTERS-Middle School Competition
  Joe Arvizu | Rickman Elementary School
  T.J. Timmerman | Heavenly Host Lutheran School
  Mohera Narimetla | Avery Trace Middle School

Intermediate Division (4th - 6th Grade)

Best of Intermediate Division

• Corbin Dardenne | Cane Creek Elementary School

Biological Category

• 1st: Blake Shepherd | Northeast Elementary School
• 2nd: Braxton Neeley | Cornerstone Middle School
• 3rd: Hailee Eklund & Abigail Ferrel | Woodbury Grammar School

Engineering Category

• 1st: Emma Cate Jones | Avery Trace Middle School
• 2nd: Samuel Hauser | Parkview Elementary School
• 3rd: Scarlet Provot | Cornerstone Middle School

Mathematics Category

• 1st: Faith Walker | Wilson Elementary School
• 2nd: Jessie Wilson | Sycamore Elementary School
• 3rd: David Ryan Phillips | Livingston Middle School

Physical Science Category

• 1st: Ally Brantley & Emily Sargent | Heavenly Host Lutheran School
• 2nd: Dakota Wilson | Allons Elementary School
• 3rd: Savannah Hatfield | Oneida Elementary School

Junior Division (7th - 9th Grade)

Marvin Tidwell Award (Best of Junior Division)

• Peter Antoniak | DeKalb County High School

Biological Category

• 1st: Andrew Brown, Adam Thrugmorton & Bronson Saterfield | Cookeville High School
• 2nd: Joe Arvizu | Rickman Elementary School
• 3rd: Olivia Rice | Heavenly Host Lutheran School

Engineering Category

• 1st: Payton Norrod | Monterey High School
• 2nd: Kirckland | Smallwood | DeKalb West School
• 3rd: Dakota McDonald | Livingston Middle School

Mathematics Category

• 1st: Mohera Narimetla | Avery Trace Middle School
• 2nd: T.J. Timmerman | Heavenly Host Lutheran School
• 3rd: Ethan George | Avery Trace Middle School

Physical Science Category

• 1st: Hannah Crawford, Hannah Hajdik & Sarah Phillips | Cookeville High School
• 2nd: Chris Dean | Cookeville High School
• 3rd: Brianna Hellman | Avery Trace Middle School

Senior Division (9th -12th Grade)

Grand Award Winners ($3,000 Scholarships to Tennessee Tech)

• Thomas Brown | Cookeville High School
• Erin Cantrell Pryor | DeKalb County High School

Grand Reserve Award Winner ($1,500 Scholarship to Tennessee Tech)

• Elijah Walker | Monterey High School

Biological Category

• 1st: Kurt Dunham | Cookeville High School
• 2nd: Sarah Fordham & Keri Litchforde | Clarkrange High School
• 3rd: Astrid Berduo-Salvador | Monterey High School

Mathematics Category

• 1st: Annemarie Noland | Alvin C. York Institute
• 2nd: Mariah Keyes | Clarkrange High School
• 3rd: Antonio-Miguel Arias | Macon County High School

Physical Science Category

• 1st: Sami Alouani & Seth Anderson | Cookeville High School