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      • How to Qualify to Enter MSSEF
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      • How to Enter (MS)
      • Fair Schedule
      • Manual & Forms
      • FAQs
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Policies

Fair participants should be aware of the following policies that have been adopted by the Massachusetts Science & Engineering Fair, Inc.

Judging Criteria
MSEF Ethics Statement
Policy on Conflicts with SAT and AP Exams
Policy on Handouts and Advertisements During MSEF
Policy on MSEF Event Harassment
Policy on Multi-School & Multi-Region Team Eligibility Requirements
Policy on Out of School Programs
Policy on Reasonable Accommodation of Qualified Students with Disabilities
Policy on Student Eligibility
Policy on Student Exhibitor Attendance at MSEF
Policy on the Use of Electronic Devices During MSEF

MSEF Chronicle

Founded in 1949 by the American Academy of Arts & Sciences and a group of science educators, MSEF has advanced science literacy and inspired new generations of science and engineering leaders for over six decades. MSEF supports schools and empowers teachers through science fair programs in which students experience first-hand the professional practices of scientists and engineers. Almost 35,000 students have participated directly in Massachusetts statewide science fairs, and hundreds of thousands have been part of the state fair pipeline: regional and school-based science fairs across the Commonwealth.

With Thanks

MSEF is most grateful to its loyal consortium of corporations, individuals, foundations, institutions of higher learning, and professional and trade organizations that underwrite our operations and special initiatives, create a nationally acclaimed Award Recognition Program, and make it possible to develop and implement STEM programs for Massachusetts youth.

Simply stated, MSEF is a small organization that is accomplishing a big mission! We succeed because of our strong partnerships, loyal sponsors and dedicated volunteers.

Donate to MSEF

Your contribution will support:
  • Free access to the science fair program for every MA student in grades 6-12.
  • Specialized professional development and resources for STEM teachers.
  • In high-needs, “gateway cities,” one-on-one mentoring of students working on independent research through MSEF’s Curious Minds Initiative.
  • Science literacy for all students and the future STEM talent workforce.

Contact

Massachusetts Science & Engineering Fair, Inc.

955 Massachusetts Ave, #350 Cambridge MA 02139

617-491-1500

info@scifair.com

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