Science Fair Champions Advance to Nationals
Our brilliant students' innovative projects earn recognition at the state level competition, securing their spots at the national science fair championship.
In a remarkable display of scientific innovation and academic excellence, three students from Southville 8B National High School have secured their positions to compete at the National Science Fair Championship. Their groundbreaking projects not only impressed judges at the state level but also demonstrate the exceptional quality of STEM education at our institution.
A Historic Achievement
This marks the first time in our school's history that three students have simultaneously qualified for the national competition. The achievement is particularly noteworthy given the intense competition from over 200 schools across the state, with more than 1,500 projects submitted for evaluation.
The state science fair, held at the Convention Center downtown, brought together the brightest young minds from across the region. Our students not only competed but excelled, with their projects addressing some of today's most pressing global challenges including environmental sustainability, healthcare accessibility, and clean energy solutions.
Competition Highlights
- • Over 1,500 projects submitted statewide
- • 200+ schools participated in the competition
- • Only top 50 projects advance to nationals
- • Southville 8B NHS secured 3 of those 50 spots
Meet Our National Qualifiers
These exceptional students have earned their place among the nation's top young scientists through dedication, innovation, and academic excellence.
Emma Rodriguez
12th Grade
Biodegradable Plastic from Algae
Environmental Science
Revolutionary approach to creating environmentally friendly plastic alternatives using algae biomass.
Marcus Chen
11th Grade
AI-Powered Medical Diagnosis
Computer Science
Innovative machine learning system for analyzing medical symptoms and providing diagnostic suggestions.
Sophia Williams
10th Grade
Solar-Powered Water Purification
Engineering
Portable water purification system powered entirely by solar energy for remote areas.
Words of Pride
Hear from faculty and administration about this historic achievement and what it means for our school community.
"These students represent the future of scientific innovation. Their dedication and creativity have produced solutions to real-world problems that could impact millions of lives."
Dr. Sarah Chen
Science Department Head
"I'm incredibly proud of our students' achievements. They've shown that age is no barrier to making meaningful contributions to science and technology."
Principal Martinez
School Principal
