March 12, 2025
ATLANTIC CITY - The Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. School Complex recently held its annual science fair, drawing enthusiastic participation from students in grades 3 through 8. The event provided an invaluable opportunity for young minds to engage deeply with the scientific method, developing and testing their hypotheses with creativity and rigor.
“It was great, and it was a great opportunity for kids to show what they’ve learned and what they have been thinking about in science,” said Principal Jodi Burroughs.
Throughout the fair, students showcased a wide array of projects, demonstrating their understanding of scientific principles and their ability to apply them in practical experiments. One student even created a science-based vending machine, Burroughs said.
“That was a first,” Burroughs said. “You see volcanoes. You see the water cycle and you see the normal things. The science fair also showed the students’ innovation and their ability to embrace things that aren’t normally done.”
The fair, a highlight of the academic calendar, emphasized the importance of inquiry, observation, and analysis, encouraging students to think critically and explore the wonders of science.
Tamara Mingo, 5th grade science teacher and word study instructor, said the theme was “Environmental Science in Action."
“Most of the experiments revolved around fixing the environment,” Mingo said.
Teachers offered encouragement and celebrated the students' achievements. The science fair not only highlighted the impressive talents of the young participants but also fostered a spirit of curiosity and lifelong learning. The Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. School Complex science fair underscored the importance of science education.
Click the link for a photo gallery from the Dr. Martin Luther King School Complex Science Fair: https://photos.app.goo.gl/cL21gcNktrSM7faF7
