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IJAS Science Fair

4C STEM Club is a proud partner of IJAS (Illinois Junior Academy of Science)! As an affiliated club, students in 7th and 8th grade can participate in the IJAS Science Fair through our club, receiving mentorship throughout the entire process from developing project ideas and conducting experiments to preparing presentations. Learn more about the IJAS Science Fair here: https://ijas.org/


If you are in 7th or 8th grade, don’t miss this opportunity to showcase your STEM skills through 4C STEM Club!

Master the IJAS Science Fair in 10 Classes with 4C STEM Club

Class 1: Orientation & Idea Brainstorming

Introduction to the IJAS Science Fair

Overview of rules, judging criteria, and timelines
Brainstorm potential STEM project ideas
 

Class 2: Research & Hypothesis Development

Conduct background research on chosen topics
Develop a clear research question and hypothesis
 

Class 3: Experimental Design & Planning

Plan experiments or project steps
Identify materials, methods, and variables
Discuss safety and ethical considerations
 

Class 4: Data Collection (Phase 1)

Begin experiments or gather initial data
Record observations systematically
 

Class 5: Data Collection (Phase 2)

Continue experiments or data gathering
Troubleshoot issues and refine procedures
 

Class 6: Data Analysis & Interpretation

Analyze collected data using charts, graphs, and statistics
Discuss results and draw conclusions
 

Class 7: Project Documentation

Prepare research report and project log
Draft abstract, introduction, and methodology sections
 

Class 8: Display & Presentation Preparation

Design poster or display board
Develop presentation talking points
 

Class 9: Mock Presentation & Feedback

Practice presenting project to peers and mentors
Receive constructive feedback and make improvements
 

Class 10: Final Submission & Showcase

Finalize project report and display
Submit to IJAS Science Fair

2026 IJAS Science Fair Program & Key Dates

Program Duration (through our club):

Start: Friday, December 12, 2025
End: Friday, February 27, 2026
Mentorship includes guidance on project development, experiments, and presentation preparation
 

Regional Fair (Region 6 – North Suburban):
Date: Saturday, March 7, 2026

Location: Wheeling High School (Poster Session)
 

State Fair:

Dates: Friday, April 24, 2026 & Saturday, April 25, 2026

Location: Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, Illinois

Register now to participate in the IJAS Science Fair

Click here to Register 


Upon receipt of your registration, our team will provide guidance on enrollment and share additional details.

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