Science
Exciting Opportunity: 2025 Science Talent Search
We are thrilled to announce that Park Ridge will participating in this year’s 2025 Science Talent Search, hosted by the Science Teachers Association of Victoria, which is now open for entries! This year’s theme, Decoding the Universe – Exploring the Unknown with Nature’s Hidden Language, invites students to embark on a journey of scientific discovery and innovation.
The competition is designed to foster a lifelong interest in science by encouraging independent, self-motivated project work. While students are encouraged to work independently, primary school students are welcome to collaborate with their parents. This is a fantastic opportunity for young scientists to communicate their findings, gain recognition for their efforts, and even win prizes!
Key Details:
- Who can enter? Students of all ages are welcome, with different project categories available for various age groups.
- How to enter? Students must prepare and submit an electronic version of their project following the competition’s guidelines.
- Submission Requirements:
- Projects must be submitted in the correct formats (.mp4 for video, .pdf for text documents).
- A properly formatted bibliography and acknowledgements section is required.
- Projects must adhere to specific word count and content restrictions.
- A signed Entry Face Sheet must be included with the submission.
- Entry Fees: There is an entry fee for students wishing to participate; however, our school is happy to cover the cost for students who complete their assignments.
- Project Submission Deadline: Ensure all project materials are submitted electronically through your teacher before the deadline which is the 1st of June.
- All work is to be done at home, no class time will be given although any parents with any questions are welcome to make a time to come and see me and can email me any questions.
Awards & Recognition
Participants will be acknowledged at various levels of achievement:
- Bursaries & Medallions: Awarded to outstanding projects, with financial prizes distributed thanks to generous sponsors.
- Certificates:
- Bursary Certificate for exceptional projects.
- Distinction Certificate for high-standard work.
- Merit Certificate for commendable efforts.
- Certificate of Acknowledgement for all other participants.
Please see the Handbook for more in depth information: https://stav.org.au/science-talent-search/
Our school has a limit of 26 entries, so if you are interested in participating, be sure to register your interest soon! I will be attaching an expression of interest form and the handbook to a Compass newsfeed post today for any families wanting to participate. All forms should be returned to Miss Deans by the end of Term 1. This is an incredible opportunity to develop scientific skills, showcase creativity, and explore the wonders of the universe.
For more information or to express interest in joining, please contact Miss Jessica Deans. Let’s decode the universe together!
Miss Jessica Deans
