8th Grade Science Fair 2022
The three ladies representing Mount Carmel Junior High School had a successful run in the competition level with their 8th grade Science Fair Projects. All three received the highest level score, “Gold”, from the judges who heard their presentations at the Regional Science Fair at SIU Carbondale on March 22, 2022.
Zeme Moore, daughter of Zed and Amber Moore, received a bid to compete in the State Science Fair in Peoria, Il for her efforts in studying water quality from local fast-food restaurants.
Faith LaVarier also received a bid to State and was awarded a monetary award from the College of Agriculture, Life and Physical Sciences for her study on bait preferences when fishing. Faith is the daughter of Jeff and Deana LaVarier.
Ava Brumagin was awarded a monetary award from the SIU School of Medicine for her project flight distance for 10 different brands of golf balls. Ava not only received a bid to the State competition but made the trip to Peoria, Il on Saturday, April 23rd, 2022. Over 1000 students from 10 regions presented their findings. Ava once again received the highest level score, “Gold”, from the judges. She is the daughter of Dave Brumagin and Mallory Harrison.
Sarah Dougherty is the 8th Grade Science Teacher and was the advisor and sponsor for the MCJHS Science Fair.