IDSEF Support Sponsorship

Due to an insufficient number of qualifying projects, the 2024 Idaho Science & Engineering Fair (IDSEF) has been cancelled. We are currently working to restructure and improve this program for the future. IDSEF will return for the 2024-2025 school year.

About the Idaho Science & Engineering Fairs

Each spring, the Idaho STEM Action Center and its partners proudly host the Idaho Science & Engineering Fair (IDSEF) for Idaho students in grades 9-12. Participating students engage in original STEM research projects throughout the school year that allow them to explore their interests and learn/implement the same techniques used by scholars in their field. The IDSEF event provides the opportunity for these students to present their findings to the public and a panel of expert judges.

Learn more about the Regeneron International Science & Engineering Fair at https://www.societyforscience.org/isef/

Student Project Support Grant Description:

Eligible educators who are teaching in a public school (grades 9-12) during the 2024-2025 school year may apply to receive anywhere from $100 to $1000 to support student research projects.

These funds can be used on materials and resources that support student-led STEM research projects with the goal of participation in IDSEF. Educators will need to submit a proposed budget outlining how they intend to utilize the requested funds.

Awards will be given on a first-come, first-served basis until available funds are exhausted. Educators who receive funds may be asked to complete a post-survey following the IDSEF event which will include a narrative description of how the funds were utilized (receipts will not be required).