Discovery Education and 3M are
committed to engaging America's youth in science, engineering and technology
education and are teaming up with 4-H to bring these opportunities to our 4-H
youth.
As a first step in this exciting
partnership, 4-H'ers have a great opportunity to participate in the Discovery
Education/3M Young Scientist Challenge, the premiere middle school science
competition in the nation. This competition is for students in fifth through
eighth grades and is designed to encourage a passion for science, and to promote
the importance of science communication. The deadline for entry is June 15,
2008.
In July, semifinalists will be chosen
from 50 states and the District of Columbia. In October, 10 finalists will win
an all expenses paid four-day trip to Washington, DC, to compete in a series of
individual and team challenges on-site at NASA Goddard Space Center. Head Judge
Steve Jacobs, science educator, creator of "Jake's Attic" and founder of Faraday
Studios will select the winner at the live final event. The top young scientist
will receive a $50,000 savings bond.
Don't miss this opportunity to
showcase 4-H youth and your state! For full entry details and more on the
Discovery Education/3M Young Scientist Challenge, visit Discovery
Education. If you have any questions, contact Ron Drum at (301)
961-2814 or email YSC@Discovery.com.
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