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April 2026
Apr 23rd, 2026 – Apr 25th, 2026
In-Person
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, Illinois
View this link for more detailed information.https://ijas.siu.edu/
Illinois Junior Academy of Science State Fair
IJAS, Illinois Junior Academy of Science State Fair, "exits for the benefit of students in the state of Illinois." This competition gives CPS students an opportunity to present their research on a State level. Students get to peek into the problems and solutions that their peers deem important from another perspective.
May 2026
May 9th, 2026 – May 15th, 2026
In-Person
Phoenix Convention Center
Phoenix, Arizona
Regeneron ISEF 2926
ISEF is an international science competition with thousands of participants coming from over 50 countries, regions and territories, and almost all 50 US states. Science Talent Search (STS) seeks to "identify the nation's next generation of scientific leaders." National Geographic's award winning film Science Fair: The Series documents a group of students navigating their way to ISEF. CPS sends our top four selected students to participate in this amazing experience.
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We rely on the support of donations to support students and host annual exhibitions of their STEM research. Please consider being a contributor to the operating fund, scholarship fund, or providing special awards and tours prizes.
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Volunteering is a great way that an individual or corporation can support the Chicago Public Schools Student STEM Exhibition. Consider volunteering to help with one or more of our activities or committees.
Learn MoreBecome a Judge
If your background is in science and/or mathematics becoming a judge is a great way to support the CPS Student STEM Exhibition. Consider becoming a judge for the STEM regional exhibitions, virtual essays, citywide symposium, or citywide exhibition.
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