Students from Los Alamos High School and Middle School participated in the 2024 New Mexico State Science and Engineering Fair held at New Mexico Tech in Socorro. A total of 19 students from Los Alamos Public Schools attended the fair and represented their school district with pride.
Among the participants from Los Alamos Public Schools, Helena Welch and Tate Plohr qualified to represent their school at the International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF) in Los Angeles, CA in May. Several students from Los Alamos Public Schools received awards at the fair across various categories in the Junior and Senior Divisions.
In the Junior Division, students from Los Alamos Public Schools received awards in categories such as Animal Science, Chemistry, Engineering, Mathematics, Physics & Astronomy, and Systems & Software. Special awards were also given to students for their outstanding achievements. The County Science Fair Director, Eva Abeyta, expressed her pride in the students’ hard work and dedication.
In the Senior Division, students from Los Alamos High School received awards in Mathematics and Physics & Astronomy categories. Special awards were also given to students for their contributions in areas such as Climate Change and Greenhouse Gas Reduction. The success of these students is a testament to the importance of scientific education and research in our community.
Overall, students from Los Alamos Public Schools performed exceptionally well at the 2024 New Mexico State Science and Engineering Fair, showcasing their talent and dedication to scientific inquiry. Congratulations to all the students who participated and received recognition for their hard work.
The International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF) is one of the world’s largest science competitions for high school students. It brings together young scientists from around the world to share their ideas, discoveries, innovations, and achievements. This year’s ISEF will be held on May 15-19th in Los Angeles, CA.
The New Mexico State Science and Engineering Fair provides an opportunity for high school students to showcase their scientific talents through various categories such as Animal Science, Chemistry, Engineering