Oliphant Science Awards
How to get started:
Open Day:Oliphant Science Awards Open Day is Sunday 28 August 2016, 12noon – 4:00pm. All the Models & Inventions and the winning entries in all other categories are displayed. Come in and have a look at these creative entries
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- Your own inspirations, interests and skills are the best starting point.
- Check out the many different categories in the Oliphant Science Awards. You may enter into one or more of these categories. You may enter as an individual in any of the categories, however some categories are better suited to a group entry. (Check the rules for categories you are interested in).
- Choose a category that motivates you and will be the best at showcasing your skills and knowledge. Think about how you could capture the judges' attention in an innovative and original way.
- Look for reliable sources of information. Your school library will have many science books and magazines. There are many science and environmental organisations that have useful web sites. Your science teacher may also be able to recommend places, web sites or people that you could contact.
- Read the rules and the dot points about successful entries for the category you choose. These are the features that the judges are looking for in your entry. There are also valuable sponsors’ prizes that are awarded if the entry meets both the category requirements and the criteria described by our sponsors.
- Obtain a Registration Form from Highgate School's Office.
- Return your completed Registration Form and any necessary fees to the Finance Office.
- For group entries, only one Registration Form needs to be completed. All group members must be named on the same Registration Form. (Note: maximum of three students per group entry; single entries only are allowed for Science Writing and Posters).
- Your Oliphant Science Awards Coordinator will forward all registrations to the SASTA office by Thursday 23 June. Entries may only be submitted through your school's Oliphant Science Awards Coordinator.
- Ask your Coordinator about the date that they need your completed entry and who will deliver and collect it from the judging location.
- Securely attach your Identification Label (your Coordinator will give you this label) in a clearly visible position on your entry. Please ensure all parts are labelled with this information.
- Make sure you have followed all the rules and presentation instructions for your category.
- Give your completed entry to your Oliphant Science Awards Coordinator in time to be delivered for judging (unless your coordinator has organised different arrangements with you).
- Computer Programming & Robotics
- Crystal Investigation
- Games
- Models & Inventions
- Multimedia
- Photography
- Posters
- Science Writing
- Scientific Inquiry
Open Day:Oliphant Science Awards Open Day is Sunday 28 August 2016, 12noon – 4:00pm. All the Models & Inventions and the winning entries in all other categories are displayed. Come in and have a look at these creative entries
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OPEN DAY
Sunday 28 August 2016
12pm – 4pm
Festival Functions
292 Findon Road, Findon
OPEN DAY 2016
Come to see, learn and immerse the whole family in science
this year at South Australia’s largest student science
competition – The Oliphant Science Awards Open Day!
This event is open to the general public on Sunday 28 August from 12 – 4pm!
This year we are celebrating the National Science Week theme of Drones, Droids and
Robots with a number of Science Shows and Come & Try activities. All of the prize
winning projects from the 2016 competition will be on display, plus there will be
a selection of food & beverage options available for purchase. Come along, and
experience the fun and magic of science in action!
SCIENCE SHOWS PROGRAM SOUTHERN STAGENORTHERN STAGE
TIME
WHAT’S ON
12:00pm
Opening Ceremony
12:10pm
Ice through the Solar System
Mobile Science Education
Come and witness some interactive demonstrations to highlight the wonders of our solar system.
12:40pm
RoboRoos Robot Showcase!
The Student Robotics Club of SA will show you the fun of being a member as well as some of their
amazing robots that have competed in the FIRST Robotics Competition!
1:10pm
How Fireworks Work
Mobile Science Education
Ever wondered how fireworks work? Come and find out (without any gunpowder!) at this interactive show.
1:40pm
Explore Bugs N Slugs
Bugs n Slugs are dedicated to the conservation and promotion of invertebrate animals such as insects,
spiders, lobsters, worms and snails, come along and see their little friends!
2:10pm
Brain Feelings
Mobile Science Education
Explore the science of the brain in this engaging and interactive show.
2:40pm
Australian Animals Unearthed
Nature Education Centre
Come and get up close with some of the animals that call Australia home! Learn where they live, what
they eat and what we can do to help them survive in the wild!
3:10pm
Robotic Rumble
Mobile Science Education
Join in this hands-on activity using 16 Edison Robots to help celebrate National Science Week 2016,
thanks to Mobile Science Education!
3:40pm
Kids Navigate Neuroscience
The University of Adelaide
This show will get the audience involved in exploring the brain. Come along to see or get involved in
demonstrations such as; “Protect Your Egghead”, “Action Potential Leap Frog” & “What’s So Smelly”
4:00pm
Final Farewell
All Science Shows run for 20 minutes. Program is correct at the time of printing, however is subject to change
The Oliphant Science Awards would like to thank its many sponsors, supporters,
committee members, volunteers and of course all the teachers, students and staff
involved in this year’s competition that helped to make this event possible!
For more information about the Oliphant Science Awards, our sponsors and to get your
school involved in 2017 please visit: www.oliphantscienceawards.com.au
Sunday 28 August 2016
12pm – 4pm
Festival Functions
292 Findon Road, Findon
OPEN DAY 2016
Come to see, learn and immerse the whole family in science
this year at South Australia’s largest student science
competition – The Oliphant Science Awards Open Day!
This event is open to the general public on Sunday 28 August from 12 – 4pm!
This year we are celebrating the National Science Week theme of Drones, Droids and
Robots with a number of Science Shows and Come & Try activities. All of the prize
winning projects from the 2016 competition will be on display, plus there will be
a selection of food & beverage options available for purchase. Come along, and
experience the fun and magic of science in action!
SCIENCE SHOWS PROGRAM SOUTHERN STAGENORTHERN STAGE
TIME
WHAT’S ON
12:00pm
Opening Ceremony
12:10pm
Ice through the Solar System
Mobile Science Education
Come and witness some interactive demonstrations to highlight the wonders of our solar system.
12:40pm
RoboRoos Robot Showcase!
The Student Robotics Club of SA will show you the fun of being a member as well as some of their
amazing robots that have competed in the FIRST Robotics Competition!
1:10pm
How Fireworks Work
Mobile Science Education
Ever wondered how fireworks work? Come and find out (without any gunpowder!) at this interactive show.
1:40pm
Explore Bugs N Slugs
Bugs n Slugs are dedicated to the conservation and promotion of invertebrate animals such as insects,
spiders, lobsters, worms and snails, come along and see their little friends!
2:10pm
Brain Feelings
Mobile Science Education
Explore the science of the brain in this engaging and interactive show.
2:40pm
Australian Animals Unearthed
Nature Education Centre
Come and get up close with some of the animals that call Australia home! Learn where they live, what
they eat and what we can do to help them survive in the wild!
3:10pm
Robotic Rumble
Mobile Science Education
Join in this hands-on activity using 16 Edison Robots to help celebrate National Science Week 2016,
thanks to Mobile Science Education!
3:40pm
Kids Navigate Neuroscience
The University of Adelaide
This show will get the audience involved in exploring the brain. Come along to see or get involved in
demonstrations such as; “Protect Your Egghead”, “Action Potential Leap Frog” & “What’s So Smelly”
4:00pm
Final Farewell
All Science Shows run for 20 minutes. Program is correct at the time of printing, however is subject to change
The Oliphant Science Awards would like to thank its many sponsors, supporters,
committee members, volunteers and of course all the teachers, students and staff
involved in this year’s competition that helped to make this event possible!
For more information about the Oliphant Science Awards, our sponsors and to get your
school involved in 2017 please visit: www.oliphantscienceawards.com.au