Four years now for the BRDC Grayson County Middle School Science Fair!. From kick-off in September to one Friday in December, the students prepare for this event. Encouraged and supported by the staff at Grayson County Schools, hosted by Independence Middle School and run by Blue Ridge Discovery Center, this event supports our youth in their challenge to grasp engineering and scientific methodology. They work hard and it is exemplified in the results of great projects.
Judges step in Thursday evening prior to the event to begin scoring the project’s display boards. They return Friday morning to meet the students face to face and score their presentation. These combined scores determine the winners. Parents, family, and friends are invited to attend this community event so students can share their accomplishments. This year’s winners are:
Carson Green, Conner Huffman, Grayson Highlands School; Let's eat Candy; Grand Prize and Best in School
Kinsey Parks, Independence Middle School; Gingerbreadman and Parachutes; 1st Place 6th grade and Best in School
Jaycee Sutherland, Casey Redifer, Sarah Hale, Independence Middle School; Do Sheep Grow More Muscle in a Field or Barn; 1st Place 7th grade
Shannity Roberts, Independence Middle School; What does Sugary Drink do to Your Pearly White Teeth; 2nd Place 6th grade
Jason Smith, Grayson Highlands School; What Breaks the Paper Towel the Fastest; 2nd Place 7th grade
James Davis, Grayson Highlands School; Moldy Mess; 3rd Place 6th grade
Luke Walls, J. T. Porter, Independence Middle School; Homemade Dog Wheelchair; 3rd Place 7th grade
Shawn McKnight, Fries School; Foil Boat Experiment; Best in School
BRDC is very thankful for all the community support for this great event. We could not have done it without the help of our fantastic volunteer judges: Ms. Deborah Greif, Mr. Travis Belton, Dr. John Kovacich, Dr. Bill Hylander, Ms. Brenda Bonk, Mr. John Fant, Ms. Niki Weir, Dr. Robert Benish, Dr. Ken Kreuzer, Dr. Beverly Fermor, Ms. Heidi Breedlove, Mr. Keith and Mrs. Pat Andrews, Mr. Roald Kirby, Ms. Michelle Pridgeon, Mr. Jerry Kandies, Dr. Linda Hylander, and Mr. Tom Simpson. Many hours were spent reviewing all the 133 projects. Many heartfelt thanks to you all!
