science fair 2026

Superior rated students will be moving on to Regionals in March!

Reese Barger & Ellen Kies- Superior

Mallorie Erter & Alice Rogers- Superior

Xavier Garcia, Liam Kizer & Jase Rogers- Superior

Carly Birchfield & Jenna Johnston- Superior

Mackenzie Crooks - Superior

Alaina Lockwood- Superior

Zevah Delong- Excellent

Rees Hedrick- Excellent

Peyton Croker - Excellent

Lily Parke - Excellent

Arya Massey - Excellent

Kenleigh Bell - Excellent

Special Awards (with cash prizes):

County Fair Overall: Reese Barger & Ellen Kies (2nd - $50)

Cargill Award in Animal Science, Environmental Science, Plant Science: Mackenzie Crooks (2nd - $50)

Premier Health Awards in Medicine & Health and Behavioral Science: Reese Barger & Ellen Kies (1st - $100)

Shepherd Award in Chemistry: Mallorie Erter & Alice Rogers (1st - $100)

Lightle Science Fund Awards in Chemistry: Xavier Garcia, Liam Kizer, & Jase Rogers (2nd - $50)

Lightle Science Fund Awards in Energy, Material: Carly Birchfield Jenna Johnston (1st - $100)

Best Presentation of Data: Arya Massey ($50)

Best Abstract: Mallorie Erter & Alice Rogers ($50)

McMurry Family “Spirit of Science” Award: Rees Hedrick ($100)

Whether these students moved on or not, we are very proud of the work everyone put into their projects and their courage to present it to the judges. We are also thankful for Mrs. Piascik and Mr. Fuller for their commitment to these students throughout the process.