The North Central Region 5 Science and Engineering Fair was held on Saturday, February 17, 2024. Approximately 168 projects were registered, representing 212 students in three divisions; Elementary, Junior, and Senior. Several of Surry County Schools’ student projects were recognized during the awards program, with two elementary and one high school project moving forward to the state competition in March:
Anna Escobar and Katherine Bowman of North Surry High School received 1st place and will move on to state competition.
Madeline Branch of Dobson Elementary School - Exemplary and will move on to state competition.
Hallie Hunter of Shoals Elementary School- Exemplary and will move on to the state competition.
Callie Hazel and Jayden Smith of Meadowview Magnet Middle School - will move to state competition.
Surry County Schools’ students also received other recognitions at the event:
Alyssa Collins, Keegan Hornaday, and Erin Moore of North Surry High School - Honorable Mention, Senior.
Molly Hamlin, Ryleigh Reece of Surry Central High School - Honorable Mention, Senior.
Alex Tarn and Karley Hernandez of Meadowview Magnet Middle School - Honorable Mention, Junior.
Atticus Hawks of Mountain Park Elementary School - 3rd place, Elementary.
Charlee Moser of Cedar Ridge Elementary School - 3rd place and recognition for a Water Quality project, Elementary.
Superintendent Dr. Travis L. Reeves stated, “Science and engineering are alive in Surry County Schools, and students at every level, elementary, middle, and high school are gaining valuable skills that transfer to the world of work. Not only did students demonstrate creativity in their research, but they also presented that research to judges in an interview. The ability to synthesize information and communicate it in a professional manner sets students apart competitively and prepares them for what’s next, whether that be college or careers. I am extremely proud of how hard our students work to develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills each day in their classrooms and the high-quality lessons teachers create to facilitate learning. It has been wonderful to see our students in action this year on the regional level, building upon concepts learned in the classroom. Congratulations to all!”