Teachers, please be aware of the following.  We look forward to seeing your students’ projects in person at this year’s fair!

Certificate of Insurance: All schools need to have a current Certificate of Insurance on file at the Columbia Center Mall.  Certificates should be sent to Kelly Odland at kodland@simon.com.  More instructions and an example certificate are at: https://midcolumbiasciencefair.org/teachers/teachers-documentation/

Payment The participation fee of $5 per student will be collected when you check in at the fair.  We ask that teachers who are bringing a group of students collect payment for all their students and then submit one single payment at fair check-in.  Payment by Purchase Order or Check is highly preferred. Payment may be made by check, PO, or cash.

Stipends MCSF has stipends available to help defray travel and/or substitute teacher expenses.  One $50 stipend is available per school.  If you are interested, please email fair director Joyce Stark at: director@midcolumbiasciencefair.org .  Include your school’s mailing address.  Checks will be sent after the fair.

Project Display Information Please make sure your students are aware of the rules for their project display: https://midcolumbiasciencefair.org/project-display-information/

Interpreters: If you have ESL students, you may bring support staff from your school to Interpret for these students during the Judge Interviews. Display boards must be in English. Email judging@midcolumbiasciencefair.org with the names of students who will be receiving interpreting services and the names of the interpreters.