Event Schedule

Plan your day at the 2025 Delco Science Fair

March 15, 2025

Delaware County Community Center

8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Important Dates

Mark your calendar with these key milestones leading up to the event

Registration Opens

Online registration portal becomes available

January 15, 2025

Project Guidelines Workshop

Optional virtual workshop for participants and mentors

February 1, 2025

Registration Deadline

Final day to submit registration forms

February 15, 2025

Participant Confirmation

All participants receive final event details and instructions

February 22, 2025

Project Abstract Due

Submit 250-word project abstract for program

March 1, 2025

Setup Instructions Sent

Detailed setup and presentation guidelines distributed

March 8, 2025

Science Fair Event Day

The main event at Delaware County Community Center

March 15, 2025

Event Day Schedule

Detailed timeline for March 15, 2025

Judging
Public Viewing
Ceremony
Break
Setup
8:00 AM - 8:30 AMSetup

Registration & Setup

Participants arrive, check in, and set up their project displays

Main Entrance & Exhibition Halls
8:30 AM - 9:00 AMCeremony

Welcome & Opening Ceremony

Official welcome, introductions, and event overview

Main Auditorium
9:00 AM - 10:30 AMJudging

Judging Round 1 - Elementary (K-5)

Judges evaluate elementary school projects

Exhibition Hall A
9:00 AM - 10:30 AMPublic

Public Viewing - Middle & High School

Open viewing for families and community members

Exhibition Halls B & C
10:30 AM - 10:45 AMBreak

Morning Break

Refreshments and networking time

Community Center Lobby
10:45 AM - 12:15 PMJudging

Judging Round 2 - Middle School (6-8)

Judges evaluate middle school projects

Exhibition Hall B
10:45 AM - 12:15 PMPublic

Public Viewing - Elementary & High School

Open viewing for families and community members

Exhibition Halls A & C
12:15 PM - 1:15 PMBreak

Lunch Break

Lunch provided for participants and judges

Community Center Cafeteria
1:15 PM - 2:45 PMJudging

Judging Round 3 - High School (9-12)

Judges evaluate high school projects

Exhibition Hall C
1:15 PM - 2:45 PMPublic

Public Viewing - Elementary & Middle School

Open viewing for families and community members

Exhibition Halls A & B
2:45 PM - 3:15 PMDeliberation

Judge Deliberation

Judges review scores and select winners

Conference Room (Closed Session)
2:45 PM - 3:15 PMPublic

Open Viewing for All

Final opportunity to view all projects

All Exhibition Halls
3:15 PM - 4:00 PMCeremony

Awards Ceremony

Recognition of winners and closing remarks

Main Auditorium
4:00 PM - 4:30 PMSetup

Project Pickup & Departure

Participants collect projects and materials

Exhibition Halls

Venue Information

Delaware County Community Center

123 Science Drive
Media, PA 19063

Parking

Free parking is available in the main lot and overflow areas. Additional parking will be available at the nearby school with shuttle service.

Accessibility

The venue is fully wheelchair accessible with elevators, accessible restrooms, and designated parking spaces.

Food & Beverages

Lunch will be provided for all participants and judges. Light refreshments will be available throughout the day. Outside food is welcome.

What to Bring

For Participants:

  • Project display board and materials
  • Research notebook or journal
  • Extension cord (if needed for display)
  • Comfortable shoes for standing
  • Water bottle and snacks

For Visitors:

  • Camera for photos (flash permitted)
  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • Questions for the young scientists!

Questions About the Schedule?

Contact our team if you need clarification about timing, locations, or any special arrangements