Mackenzie Schnur, center, tells a judge about her and Maya Wise's science fair project during the Mars Area Elementary School 2024 Science Fair at Mars Area High School on Wednesday, March 6. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
Mars Area Elementary School held its annual science fair Wednesday, March 6, at Mars Area High School.
The competitive event is designed to stimulate imagination and independent thinking, increase students’ knowledge in a variety of scientific areas, teach the use of the scientific process, train students in organization and major task completion, and provide an opportunity to enjoy science.
Mars Elementary students, from left, Ellie Mendicino, Makaela Butler and Avery Mendicino represent their science fair project, “Long Lasting Gum,” during the Mars Area Elementary School 2024 Science Fair at Mars Area High School on Wednesday, March 6. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
Gabe Flecker, front, explains his science project while Bennett Hart looks on during the Mars Area Elementary School 2024 Science Fair at Mars Area High School on Wednesday, March 6. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle
Maya Wise, center, and Mackenzie Schnur tell a judge about their science fair project during the Mars Area Elementary School 2024 Science Fair at Mars Area High School on Wednesday, March 6. Morgan Phillips/Butler Eagle