It’s X-Fair Time!!!
When?
Thursday, April 28, at 7 p.m.
What is the X-Fair?
Well, if you don't
know, it is THE event of the year. The X-Fair is where your kids get the chance
to truly strut their stuff, academically speaking.
Think science fair on steroids. Your kids
are given the opportunity to create an exhibit on whatever they
choose--science, history, math, arts and crafts, whatever.
Since last year, with all the changes, was
such a hit, we are going to go with the same format. Following is a letter to parents
regarding this year's fair. And following that, are the rules.
But, don't let the word "rules"
scare you. We're flexible, ya know?
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February 20, 2016
Dear Parents,
In my 20+ years of homeschooling I have found that our children
often do not get some of the same educational opportunities that children
attending a traditional school are given. In that light, our X-fair format is
designed to fill in some of those gaps.
The format gives your children the opportunity to practice skills
they will be required to have once they get to college or enter the workforce.
Those skills include things like creating an audio/visual presentation, writing
an informative composition, and giving an oral presentation.
In order to encourage your children to do their best work, we will
be giving participation ribbons to everyone. Also, for those that choose to
compete, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place ribbons will go to each
category. A $10 gift card will be given to each 1st place child. The categories include
elementary, junior high, and high school.
Because we understand that some children cannot handle the stress
of formal competition, all HIS members are invited to exhibit in the fair
without competing, and still earn a participation ribbon. Those members that
choose to compete for the prizes must adhere to the project requirements listed
below.
Finally, qualified judges will be in place again for this year’s
fair. They will be homeschooling parents who have graduated their children, or
homeschooled graduates that have succeeded in their field of study. The judges
will be given a judging sheet with the criteria to make their job more
objective.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to give me a
call or shoot me an email.
Sincerely,
Carol Alexander
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HIS 2016 X-FAIR
Project Requirements (for those choosing to compete):
Audio/Visual portion:
Items that can be included in the A/V portion of this project
include:
- video
- PowerPoint
- presentation board
- handouts
- maps
- photographs
- artifacts or objects on display
- samples, etc.
Specific requirements:
- The presentation must give a clear representation of what the
project is about.
- If a presentation board is used, headings must be large enough to
be read from the aisle.
- Materials must be organized and focused on the topic.
- Materials are to support the topic, not detract from it.
Written portion:
The written portion of the project is to be a three to five
paragraph composition about the topic. (Length of written paper should be in
keeping with the age of the child. Obviously, high school students will be
expected to prepare a more thorough description of their project than an
elementary student.)
Oral portion:
The child will be required to orally present his project to the
audience and be able to answer questions from those in attendance. During this
portion of the project, he should keep the following points in mind:
- Speak with a strong voice,
- Avoid the use of um, like, and other unnecessary words or sounds.
- Answer questions thoroughly and with confidence, answering
truthfully if he does not know the answer.
Appearance:
- Remember that appearances matter in the real world.
- The child’s presentation should be neat and of quality materials.
- The child’s personal appearance should also be neat. Think music
recital or job interview here. He wants to make his best impression.
- Appearance will be on the judging sheet.
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