Okaloosa County Students Shine at State Science Fair

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Fifteen students from Okaloosa County Schools demonstrated exceptional talent and dedication at the State Science Fair, held from March 25-27 at the RP Funding Center in Lakeland, Florida. Competing against nearly 700 students from across the state, these young scientists earned numerous awards and recognitions, showcasing the remarkable depth of knowledge and passion for science in Okaloosa County.

Category Awards

These awards were selected by subject area experts and professionals, honoring the top performers in each field:

  • Eva Stenstad, Ruckel Middle School – 2nd place in Intelligent Machines
  • Brantley Lane, STEMM Academy – 4th place in Engineering
  • Ian Allen, STEMM Academy – 2nd place in Physics
  • Moria Reyenga, STEMM Academy – 3rd place in Earth and Environmental Science
  • Ryan Gregg, STEMM Academy – 3rd place in Engineering
  • Diego Escobar, STEMM Academy – Honorable Mention in Engineering

Special Awards

These awards recognize students who demonstrated excellence across a range of criteria, further highlighting their achievements:
  • Eva Stenstad, Ruckel Middle School – Nomination to Thermo Fisher Scientific Junior Innovators Challenge
  • Anthony Doyle, STEMM Academy – Monroe County Award and NASA Award in Intelligent Machines
  • Ian Allen, STEMM Academy – Nomination to Thermo Fisher Scientific Junior Innovators Challenge
 
"I am immensely proud of the dedication, ingenuity, and perseverance our students displayed at the State Science Fair," said Superintendent Marcus Chambers. "Their success not only highlights their talent and hard work but also reflects the strength of our STEM programs in Okaloosa County. These young scientists represent the future of innovation, and I have no doubt they will continue to accomplish incredible things. Congratulations to all on this well-deserved recognition!" These impressive results highlight the students' commitment to scientific excellence and their bright futures in STEM fields. Congratulations to all the participants and winners for their outstanding achievements!

Okaloosa County Students Shine at Sta...