Students

How it works…

In October-November, you’ll be paired with at least one STEM mentor, who will support you through the entire process of completing a scientific research project as well as registering for the fair using ZFairs. Our goal is to pair you with a mentor who can help you achieve your science fair goals.

Our program runs from early October to early March, and you’ll meet with your mentor(s) after school for ~2 hours/week.

We offer in-person afterschool mentorships at local middle schools and virtual mentorships for local high schoolers!

Sign up for a mentor today!

Note: You may need to scroll down to see your school. High schoolers will enroll in “Online” as a school.

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What Topics can I Learn About?

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Biochemistry & Chemistry

Behavioral & Social Sciences

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Biomedical, health, & translational medical science

Earth & Environmental Sciences

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Robotics & Intelligent Machines

Mathematics & Data Science

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Physics & Astronomy

Computer Science & Systems Software

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Embedded Systems (i.e. circuits, sensors, optics, networking, data communication)

Engineering (mechanics, environmental, biomedical)

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Energy (sustainable materials & design)

Biology (cellular, computational, micro)

Materials Science

Technology Enhances the Arts

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Plant Sciences

Animal Sciences

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For more information about the different categories, click the button below.

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Oraculi Student Resources

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    Rochester STEM Fair

    Rochester Regional STEM Fair Homepage

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    Rochester STEM Fair FAQs

    Frequently Asked Questions for Middle School & High School

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    Student Curriculum & Worksheets

    You will use this is all your meetings with your mentor

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    Student & Parent Orientation

    Student, Parent, and Guardian Orientation Powerpoint

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    Office Hours

    Schedule a Meeting with someone on the Oraculi Team

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    GATEway Science Fair (grades 3-6)

    GATEway Science Fair Homepage