Dothan City Schools Students Participate in Alabama Science and Engineering Fair
Students Advanced from Greater East Alabama Regional Science Fair
DOTHAN, Ala. – Dothan City School students from across the district earned recognition and prizes for their projects at the recent Alabama Science and Engineering Fair (ASEF). ASEF is the official science fair for the State of Alabama. At this event, winners from Alabama’s 5 Regional Fairs competed in a virtual fair environment. The competition took place online from April 4-8, 2022.
"I am extremely proud of our students and their effort in the Alabama Science and Engineering Fair,” says Superintendent Dr. Dennis Coe. “Dothan City Schools was represented well by our talented students, and this shows by the numerous awards that were garnished during this ceremony. Congratulations to all who participated and who received awards!"
ASEF is the Alabama State Science and Engineering Fair, an affiliate fair of the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair (Regeneron ISEF), the world’s largest international pre-college science competition. ISEF, the premiere science competition in the world, annually provides a forum for millions of students from over 50 countries, regions, and territories to showcase their independent research. ASEF hosts middle and high school regional fair winners from across the state.
“This year has been a game-changer for so many of our students across the district because of their commitment to learning,” says Dr. Mark Dunaway, District Instructional Specialist; however, “the best is yet to come!” he adds. Students will take this knowledge and soar to new heights next school year as they continue to research the world of science, math. and technology. We are extremely grateful for everyone who supported the students from the school fairs to the state level. It's another milestone for Dothan City Schools.
A dozen students from Dothan City Schools proudly walked away with several awards with cash incentives, including wins from the 11 competing categories. Winners from Dothan City Schools include:
Special Award Recognitions
AU – 100 Women Strong Achievement Award
Sponsored by: AU - 100 Women Strong
This achievement award recognizes females that exemplify excellence through research in any category. Winners will receive the following -1st place $100 cash prize and a certificate, 2nd place $75 cash prize and a certificate, 3rd place $50 cash prize and a certificate.
Kaelyn P. - Carver Math, Science, and Technology
AU - Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers Young Innovator Award
Sponsored by: AU - Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers
This award recognizes research excellence presented by a minority student in an effort to encourage a lifelong enthusiasm for the sciences in traditionally underrepresented demographics. The junior division winner will receive a certificate and $50 cash award.
Peyton D., Matthew F., Delroy W. – Selma Street Elementary School
Lemelson Early Inventor Prize
Sponsored by: The Lemelson Foundation
This award will recognize a young inventor creating a promising solution to real-world problems. The winner will receive a certificate and an award verification letter redeemable for a $100 cash award.
Evan N. - Morris Slingluff Elementary School
Naval Science Award
Sponsored by: The Office of Naval Research
This award recognizes up to 4 students who show excellence in science or engineering. Winners will receive a certificate and a medallion.
Sterling L. - Carver Math, Science, and Technology
Science, Technology, Engineering & Math (STEM) Achievement Award (U.S. Air Force)
Sponsored by: US Airforce
This certificate will be given to a student who shows excellence in science or engineering.
Peyton D., Matthew F., Delroy W. – Selma Street Elementary School
Category Awards
Chemistry
3rd place (Junior Division):
Joseph H. - Dothan Preparatory Academy
Engineering Mechanics
3rd place (Junior Division):
Evan N. - Morris Slingluff Elementary School
Medicine, Health, and Translational Medical Sciences
3rd place (Junior Division):
Ethan P. and Evan D. – Highlands Elementary School
Bio-Engineering
3rd place (Junior Division)
Kaelyn P. - Carver Math, Science, and Technology
