sci•ber•palooza! - noun (síbar-palooza!)

a one-of-a-kind virtual science fair for 5th and 6th graders offering cash prizes, recognition and a great way to learn about science.

Each year, the non-profit Synopsys Outreach Foundation provides support to over 100,000 California students preparing science projects. We’d like to showcase the work of some of these students in a new event: a virtual science fair. Fifth and sixth grade students can compete for cash prizes and recognition with nothing more than access to a computer and a camera.

What is a virtual science fair?

A virtual science fair is a unique way for a student to enter an exceptional science project in a statewide competition and vie for cash prizes and recognition. There is no cost and minimal hassle for the students, teachers, or parents—and you never have to travel any farther than your computer.

sciberpalooza! replicates a science fair that might be held in your classroom, at your school, or in a local competition. You simply answer questions about your project (the same questions a judge would ask you) and then record a basic video explaining your project.

sciberpalooza! judges will review your written submission, view your video, and then pick the winners.

1st Place:

$ 500 for the winning project
$ 150 to the school for classroom science

Hon. Mention:

$ 250 for the winning project
$ 100 to the school for classroom science

1st Place:

$ 1,000 to the student
$ 150 to the school for classroom science

Hon. Mention:

$ 500 to the student
$ 100 to the school for classroom science

Who can enter?

Students in 5th and 6th grades only. Individuals and group projects with up to 3 participants. No class projects. Just one project per class, please.

Each teacher can enter one 5th grade project and one 6th grade project--but no more than that.

Here's how it works