Hugh Cole Student Scientists Show Their Stuff at Science Fair

Future scientists were out in full force Friday night, April 8, for the first-ever Hugh Cole School 4th and 5th grade Science Fair.

Dozens of students participated, and experiments ranged from solar energy to home power sources to the effects of light and gravity on plant growth. Many of the projects had practical applications, such as Tess McKenzie's, who determined whether consumers prefer their soft drinks with more or less carbonation. According to Tess, "soda tastes better with less sparkle."

Principal Chuck Mello credited a group of parents with the successful event, saying they took the lead, ran it, and were "faithful to the process". As for the students, he remarked "It's amazing the fine work they've done. Just incredible."

All the students were winners, but the following were given speacial recognition:

Grade 5
1st place: Eleanor Going
2nd place: Madison Withers
3rd place: Ashley Tatum
 
Grade 4
1st place: Yvonne Ramos
2nd place: Nick Goltsos
3rd place: Hannah Simonds