2015
Participant’s Packet
DEADLINE FOR COMPLETION OF ONLINE REGISTION:
3 DAYS AFTER YOUR ADVANCEMENT NOTIFICATION!
Web Site: ossef.ecok.edu
DEADLINE FOR RECEIPT OF Official Science Fair FORMS:
5:00 p.m., March 6th!
Regional Science Fair Winner’s Instruction Sheet
Congratulations on being selected to participate in this year’s Oklahoma State Science & Engineering Fair! Only a
few students from each of the nine regional competitions in Oklahoma qualify. This places you in a select group of students
indeed and you should be very proud of this accomplishment! The date of the 2015 Oklahoma State Science & Engineering
Fair (OSSEF) is Thursday, and Friday, March 26th and 27th.
You must now do two things immediately: 1) Register online at the OSSEF website immediately and 2) follow
the instructions in this Participant’s Packet. The packet has several forms that you must submit to enter the OSSEF. Be
certain all information used to register online and to fill out the forms is accurate and complete. It is very important to
indicate the category in which your project is to be entered and whether your project is to be placed on a table or on the
floor. Careful attention to these details now will save you time, effort, and peace of mind later. All projects require the
2015 OSSEF forms and current year’s International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF) certification forms. ISEF forms
required for all projects include: Checklist for Adult Sponsor (1), Student Checklist (1A), Research Plan, Approval Form
(1B), and Abstract Form. Note that for teams, each team member must submit an Approval Form (1B) but team members
must jointly submit the other required ISEF forms. If you are doing a continuation project, you also must submit prior
year’s ISEF forms. Additional ISEF forms may be required depending on the nature of your project. All forms relevant to
your project must be received no later than 5:00 p.m. March 6th. Please mail copies of your SIGNED original
certification forms and bring your originals with you when you come to register and compete at the state fair
competition. Failure to submit the necessary forms may result in disqualification.
Please carefully review the rules in the OSSEF Safety & Display (http://ossef.ecok.edu), and the 2015 ISEF Rules for
Precollege Science Research: Guidelines for Science and Engineering Fairs http://www.societyforscience.org/isef/document)
to make certain you are following all of the rules listed. They will be enforced. If you are competing as part of a team
project, all team members must register and pay registration fees.
If you prefer to pay your $20 registration fee in advance, please do not send cash. You may make a check out to
the "Oklahoma State Science and Engineering Fair." One last item: please give your science teacher the page that has the
heading "Sponsor’s Letter." Fine-tune your project and presentation between now and the competition and good luck. See
you at the fair!
Sincerely,
Dr. Rahmona A. Thompson, Director
Telephone: (580) 559-5495
Oklahoma State Science and Engineering Fair
Web Site: http://ossef.ecok.edu
East Central University
Email: [email protected]
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1100 East 14 Street
Ada, OK 74820
ADA, OK LODGING AND RESTAURANT GUIDE
HOTELS, MOTELS, & RESTAURANTS: Lodging is always at a premium. Reserve your room immediately! Also, this is not a
complete list of restaurants in Ada, only some of which we are most familiar with.
QUALITY INN
400 NE Richardson Bypass
(580) 332-9000
VILLAGE INN
1121 Cradduck Road
(580) 332-4000
BUDGET INN
1115 N. Broadway
(580) 332-4995
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS
1201 Lonnie Abbott Blvd
(580) 310-9200
HAMPTON INN
1201 Lonnie Abbot Blvd
(580) 436-4040
ECONOMY INN MOTEL
1017 N. Broadway
(580) 332-3883
RAINTREE MOTOR INN
1100 N. Mississippi Ave.
(580) 332-6262
MICROTEL
1003 Lonnie Abbott Industrial Blvd
(580) 436-9900
LA QUINTA INN AND SUITES
2828 E. Arlington
(580)436-5000
ARBY'S:
400 N. Mississippi
GASOLINE ALLEY:
1212 N. Broadway
BURGER KING:
609 N. Mississippi
McDONALD'S:
Arlington Center
KENTUCKY FRIED CHICKEN:
501 N. Mississippi
FOLGERS:
906 East Main
SONIC DRIVE-IN:
415 N. Mississippi
PIED PIPER PIZZA:
1230 N. Mississippi
SUBWAY:
Arlington Center
BLUE MOON CAFE:
North Hills Shopping Center
RIB CRIB
1004 Lonnie Abbott
BOB’S BAR-B-Q:
2004 N. Broadway
J.D.'S CAFE:
911 N. Broadway
VILLAGE INN RESTAURANT:
1121 Cradduck Road
TACO BELL:
Mississippi & 7th
DOMINO'S PIZZA:
908 Arlington Center
CARL’S JR.:
200 S. Mississippi
LAFIESTA
231 S. Mississippi
CHURCH’S CHICKEN
1510 Hoppe Blvd
QUIZNO’S
1530 Hoppe Blvd
MAZZIO'S PIZZA:
905 Abbott Industrial Blvd.
BRAUM'S ICE CREAM:(Two Locations)
601 N. Mississippi & Arlington Center
OSCARS
618 North Mississippi
CHILI’S:
1008 Lonnie Abbott Blvd.
LONG JOHN SILVER'S:
930 Arlington
PRAIRIE KITCHEN:
129 NE Richardson Loop
TACO MAYO:
1400 S. Cradduck
KING’S BUFFET
1620 Arlington
APPLEBEE’s:
1220 North Mississippi
HEAVENLY BUNS:
1101 North Hills Center
POLO'S MEXICAN RESTAURANT:
219 W. Main
PAPA GJORGJO’S ITALIAN REST:
112 East Main
PIZZA HUT
1212 N. Mississippi
PIED PIPER PIZZA:
231 S. Mississippi
JACK IN THE BOX:
1501 North Country Club
ITALIAN VILLA:
620 S. Mississippi
LOS DOS AMIGOS:
1616 Cradduck Rd.
SANTA FE CATTLE CO.
1300 Lonnie Abbott Blvd
ALDRIDGE CAFÉ
200 S. Broadway
HAMBURGER KING
218 West Main
Sponsor’s Letter
Congratulations! Your student has been selected to enter the Oklahoma State Science and Engineering Fair
(OSSEF). This means that your hard work and efforts have come to fruition. Your student should have received a copy of
the Participants Packet that contains instructions necessary to enter the competition. Please help your student: 1)
complete registration online at the OSSEF website; 2) complete all forms in this packet; and 3) mail
SIGNED copies all appropriate ISEF forms. Please check the accuracy of the requested information. Also carefully
review the OSSEF rules (http://ossef.ecok.edu), the 2015 ISEF 2015 Rules for Pre-College Research
(http://www.societyforscience.org) to make certain you are following all of the rules listed. All OSSEF and ISEF
certification forms must be received by 5:00 PM March 6. Do not fax any forms! Online registration must
be completed by 3 days after advancement notification. Failure to meet this deadline means you have to
contact Rahmona Thompson!
To participate in the competition we require, without exception, the exhibitor to be present during judging on
Friday. If this presents a problem for your student, please notify your regional director immediately so that he/she will be
able to select an alternate participant to send to OSSEF. Please help your student meet this deadline. I will contact you
after our Scientific Review Committee has reviewed your students’ projects. Please include the names of each participant
and the Division (I for 10-12 and II for 7-9) in which they are competing and your school.
Please realize that the OSSEF assigns you the task of being responsible for the welfare of your
participant at all times. If you cannot be present at the State Science Fair, you must make the necessary
arrangements for proper supervision by an adult. You should check with your school administrator for any
other requirements that may apply to your situation.
In the Participant’s Packet is a Lodging and Restaurant Guide. Agendas and maps that may help you in planning for
your stay are available at the OSSEF website. Be certain not to delay in making room reservations because they are always
in short supply. The registration fee for EACH science fair participant is $20. Dinner will be available at the Taff
Cafeteria on campus for an additional cost.
If an emergency arises you may contact me using the information given below or by calling the East Central
University campus operator (580-332-8000). If you have specific problems related to exhibiting a project at OSSEF, be
certain to contact me as soon as possible. My thanks for all the effort you have expended on behalf of your student and I
look forward to seeing you in March.
Sincerely,
Dr. Rahmona A. Thompson, Director
Telephone: (580) 559-5495
Oklahoma State Science and Engineering Fair
Web Site: http://ossef.ecok.edu
East Central University
Email: [email protected]
1100 East 14th Street
Ada, OK 74820
CATEGORYS
PLACING YOUR PROJECT IN THE APPROPRIATE CATEGORY
The following information may help in selecting the proper category for your project as you register online but the
director of OSSEF will have the final authority on categories.
BEHAVIORAL AND SOCIAL SCIENCES: The science or study of the thought processes and behavior of humans
and other animals in their interactions with the environment studied through observational and experimental
methods.
BIOCHEMISTRY, MEDICINE, AND HEALTH SCIENCES: Biochemistry is the study of the chemical substances
and vital processes occurring in living organisms, the processes by which these substances enter into, or are
formed in, the organisms and react with each other and the environment. The study of Medicine and Health
Sciences is the science of diagnosing, treating, or preventing disease and other damage to the body or mind.
MICROBIOLOGY: The study of micro-organisms, including bacteria, viruses, prokaryotes, and simple eukaryotes
and of antibiotic substances.
EARTH AND SPACE SCIENCES: The study of sciences related to the planet Earth (Geology, mineralogy,
physiography, oceanography, meteorology, climatology, speleology, seismology, geography, atmospheric sciences,
etc.) Astronomy is the study of anything in the universe beyond the Earth.
ENGINEERING: Mechanical and Electrical Engineering is the application of scientific and mathematical principles
to practical ends such as the design, manufacture, and operation of efficient and economical structures, processes,
and systems. Materials and Bioengineering is the application of scientific and mathematical principles to practical
ends such as the design, manufacture, and operation of efficient and economical machines and systems.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE: Environmental Science is the analysis of existing conditions of the environment.
Environmental Management is the study of managing mans’ interaction with the environment.
MATHEMATICS AND COMPUTER SCIENCE: Mathematics is the study of the measurement, properties, and
relationships of quantities and sets, using numbers and symbols and the deductive study of numbers, geometry, and
various abstract constructs, or structures. Mathematics is very broadly divided into foundations, algebra, analysis,
geometry, and applied mathematics, which included theoretical computer science. Computer Science is the study
of information processes, the structures and procedures that represent processes and their implementation in
information processing systems. It includes systems analysis and design, application and system software design,
programming, and datacenter operations.
PHYSICAL SCIENCE: Physics is the science of matter and energy and of interactions between the two.
Chemistry is the science of the composition, structure, properties, and reactions of matter, especially of atomic
and molecular systems.
ZOOLOGY AND BOTANY: Zoology is the study of animals and animal life, including the study of the structure,
physiology, development, and classification of animals: animal ecology, physiology, animal husbandry, cytology,
histology, entomology, ichthyology, ornithology, herpetology, etc. Botany is the study of plant life: ecology,
agronomy, horticulture, forestry, plant taxonomy, physiology, pathology, plant genetics, hydroponics, algae, etc.
Abstracts
Attach a copy of an ISEF or regional abstract form with a 250 or fewer word
abstract to your paperwork. Make sure you have typed/printed your abstract onto that
form. Do not tape it onto the form.
Media and/or Photo Release Form
I, (Print Name) ______________________________________, hereby give consent for
my image and likeness to be used by officials employed in the Office of Communications
and Marketing at East Central University in its recruitment, public relations and/or
promotional efforts.
I further authorize East Central University to use electronic media and/or photographs in
any manner, either whole or in part.
This waiver includes usage of electronic media and/or photographs in any way deemed
appropriate, which may include electronic and photographic reproductions in educational,
instructional, promotional, or institutional advancement materials which support the
educational and outreach activities of East Central University.
I hereby waive any right I may have to inspect or approve any use of these electronic media
and/or photographs, and I release East Central University from all liability which could result
from its use.
Participant’s Name: ____________________________________________________
Address: ____________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________
Telephone Number: ____________________________________________________
Participant’s Signature: ________________________________ Date: ___________
(Required)
Parent/Guardian Signature:
Date:
OKLAHOMA STATE SCIENCE & ENGINEERING FAIR
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
Thursday, March 26, 2015
9:00 am - 4:00 pm:
OSSEF Registration and project set up in Chickasaw
Business & Conference Center, Rm 126.
Safety & Display clearance of exhibitor's projects 10:00 am – 5:00 pm.
Friday, March 27, 2015
8:30 am – 9:00 am:
Photo of ALL OSSEF participants by projects.
Parents, teachers, & chaperones must leave the conference center!
9:00 am - 12:00 pm:
Judging of ALL OSSEF projects.
12:00 pm
Participants dismissed
No food allowed! Only small bottles of water permitted!
1:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Conference Center will be restricted to judges only until 3:00pm
Special Tours for Participants & Teachers
Details available at OSSEF Registration
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm:
Exhibits open to the public.
4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
OSSEF Board of Directors meeting in in Chickasaw
Business & Conference Center
5:00 pm – 6:00 pm:
School Group Photos in Lockmiller Grand Lobby the
Hallie Brown Ford Fine Arts Center
Wear your Fair t-shirt!
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm:
Light supper buffet in the Ataloa Theatre of the Hallie
Brown Ford Fine Arts Center
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm:
Awards Ceremony in the Ataloa Theatre of the Hallie
Brown Ford Fine Arts Center
No food or drinks in theatre! Floor-level seating only.
8:30 pm - 9:00pm
INTEL Participants & Chaperones meeting in the
Ataloa Theatre of the Hallie Brown Ford Fine Arts
Center
Take down and remove ALL OSSEF projects immediately after awards ceremony
Supplies Reimbursement Fund Form
Date:
School:
Teacher/Parent/Sponsor
Mailing address:
Year: 2015
Please provide the following information
Indicate # of projects that used
supplies
percentage that attended OSSEF
Indicate # of students that used
supplies
percentage that attended OSSEF
Number of years participated in
science fairs
$1000 will be divided between as many claims as possible
*W-9 must be on file at ECU or be provided to reimburse funds*
Signature: ___________________________
Date: _________________________
*Please fill out table on the back/next page
Supplies Reimbursement Fund Form
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Year: 2015
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Return to by March 6, 2015
Rahmona Thompson
1100 E. 14th St. PMB B-3
Ada, Ok 74820
[email protected]
(580) 559-5495
OSSEF Fuel Fund Form
Date:
School:
Teacher/Parent/Sponsor
Mailing address:
Year: 2015
Please provide the following information
dates traveled
(only 1 round trip is eligible)
mileage
private or public vehicle
# of students transported
# of projects transported
Cost or value of fuel
Number of years participated in
science fairs
Please attach a copy of receipt or voucher.
Signature:___________________________
Date:_________________________
*W-9 must be on file at ECU or be provided to reimburse funds*
$2000 will be divided between as many claims as possible
Return to by March 6, 2015
Rahmona Thompson
1100 E. 14th St. PMB B-3
Ada, Ok 74820
[email protected]
(580) 580-5495