The second category was an experimental project. Students in this division design and execute their own experiments following the scientific method of inquiry. Students followed extensive guidelines and presented to a panel of judges who are currently practicing in their science professions. The science fair also included a “kid’s corner” where younger kids could experiment with the high school student’s projects hands-on. There were four places and an honorable mention in each category that could be won. The winners were put in two divisions: Senior: which included seniors and juniors and Junior: the sophomores and freshmen. Effects of caffeine, including energy drinks and soda, seemed to be a popular topic among the High School students.

The winners are as follows: Experimental Physical and Life Sciences senior division; Honorable mention- Thomas Nokes, Fourth place- Becky Johnson, Third place- Marji Johnson, Second place- Amy Conway, First place- Allyssa Crane.

Experimental Life Sciences Junior division; Honorable mention- Cory Fanjoy, Fourth place- Katie Eastman, Third place- Moriah Day, Second place- Mike Rosetti, First place- Nathan Wyman.

Experimental Physical Science Junior division; Honorable mention- Tim Babine, Fourth place (tie)- Alex Harvey and Hunter Ogden, Third place- Elaina Fogler, Second place- Shelby Lancaster, First place- Sarah Wallace.

Research Paper Senior division; Honorable mention- Katie Robinson, Fourth place- George Peterson, Third place- Joe York, Second place- David Sinclair, First place- Valerie Cochran. Research paper Junior division; Honorable mention- Val Thompson and Sarah Atwater, Fourth place- Courtney Woodruff, Third place- Cally Mountain, Second place- Lindsey Degrange, First place- Kayla Till. "This content originally appeared as a copyrighted article in the April 10th edition of SVWeekly.com and is used here with permission."