The Science and Engineering Fair of Metropolitan Detroit, established in September 1956, is a nonprofit organization established to give students in the seven county area (Lenawee, Livingston, Macomb, Monroe, Oakland, Washtenaw, and Wayne counties) an opportunity to develop and exhibit science fair projects.
Competition is separated into three groups - Elementary Division (3rd, 4th, and 5th grade), Junior Division (which is 6th, 7th and 8th grade) and Senior Division (9th - 12th Grade. Students are judged within their respective categories. Up to six students (limit of ONE student per school in the senior division), may be selected to participate in the International Science and Engineering Fair.
The SEFMD is administered by a Board of Directors and the operations of the Fair are managed by an Operating Council. Both groups meet regularly (usually monthly) to plan for the Fair. All members of the Board and the Operating Council are volunteers who give generously of their time, money and other resources. In addition, over 500 additional volunteers are needed during the week of the Fair to serve as judges, to check in projects, and to assist with public viewing and project removal. Anyone who is interested in working on the Operating Council or in assisting during the week of the Fair should call the Science Fair Office at (248) 471-9900 or via fax (248) 479-0383.
MISSION (adopted June, 2020)
C
reate student excitement for STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics), inspire interest in scientific subjects and research, develop respect for the scientific method, encourage personal growth, provide recognition for student research, and broaden career opportunities across Metropolitan Detroit and the region
VISION:
(adopted June 2020
SEFMD will:
- endeavor to deliver the best STEM experience in
which students can learn, create, experiment, share, and become excited about
future possibilities;
- provide a platform in which student achievement and effort in STEM fields
is recognized; and
- leverage teacher, parent, university, and industry partnerships in order
to create excitement and engagement for STEM across Metropolitan Detroit and the
region.
VALUES - S.E.A.R.C.H. (adopted June 2020)
S cientific
Method (Expose students to the
scientific method and how to apply it rigorously to explore their interests and
studies)
E mpowering E
xperience (Provide
students an opportunity to grow into STEM professionals by conceptualizing,
executing, managing, and presenting their own project.)
A ccess for A
ll
(Provide opportunity for interested students,
regardless of background)
R ecognition
(Provide knowledgeable reviews of project
content and effort and recognize student achievement)
C reativity & C
onfidence
(Build and support these core traits within students)
H ighest Integrity and Ethical
Behavior
(Help students practice the
highest standards of scientific honesty and integrity, and ensure respect for
living things)
TAG LINE
(adopted May, 2016)
#Best. Science. Fair. Ever. Anywhere!