The Annual Reservation Wide Science Fair hosted by Oglala Lakota College takes place in April and this year featured over 100 students. While it was clear that not all 100 projects could be completed, the students managed to finish 12. From January to April, the students developed their project ideas, conducting research and choosing topics that sparked their scientific interests. Before beginning their projects, they reviewed the Hypothesis and Scientific Method. Despite facing some challenges, the students persevered, showcasing their dedication, research skills, and talents in each project. The teacher is incredibly proud of their hard work and congratulates Wolf Creek 7-8 grade students on completing their projects.
The projects completed by the 7th and 8th grade students included a variety of topics such as water quality, exposure to room temperature chemical breakdown, comparison of minty and bubble gum, comparing name brand to generic potato chips, bacteria growth, chemical reactions, growing crystals, a social project involving plants, design and engineering of a rocket, design and engineering of a cardboard hand operated by strings, and a chemical reaction involving eggs and vinegar. Each project demonstrated the students’ creativity, critical thinking skills, and scientific knowledge. All of the students should be commended for their hard work and dedication to their projects.