August-Early September

Introduction to research and scientific method
Discuss project with students
Brainstorm project ideas
Begin paperwork

Late September

Topic approval
Students begin review of literature
State problem to research
List materials needed
Form hypothesis

Early October

Finalize procedures
Have procedures and research plan approved
Begin experiment

October

Experiment!
Have data book checks
Begin analysis of data

November

Experiment!
Continue to record data and checks
Continue analysis of data

December

Finish experiment
Analysis of data
Write conclusions
Design graphs
Finish research paper
Write abstract and design board

January

Local science competitions

February

Regional science competitions

March

State Science Fair Competition

May

International Science and Engineering Fair Competition