Legacy Students Shine at State Science and Engineering Fairs in Nevada and Arizona

Legacy Traditional Schools is thrilled to highlight the achievements of its students at this year’s State Science and Engineering Fairs. Each of this year’s winners and honorable mention recipients demonstrated a commitment to STEM education, exceptional creativity, and a rigorous approach to scientific inquiry. In Nevada, the excitement unfolded from Wednesday, March 20 to 22, 2024, at UNLV’s College of Sciences, and Arizona’s event took center stage from April 4-6, 2024, at the Mountain America Stadium in Tempe, AZ. 

“Legacy students continue to astound us with their ingenuity and dedication at this year’s Science and Engineering Fairs,” said Nevada Superintendent of Academics Jennifer Emling. “We are proud of each of our competitors and our educators’ unwavering commitment to STEM education.”

Emling added, “The Southern Nevada Regional Science & Engineering Fair is crucial in promoting an interest in STEM for elementary, middle, and high school students across Southern Nevada.”

Nevada Engineering Division:

• Honorable Mention:
  • Isak C. – 8th Grade, Legacy Traditional, North Valley
    • Project: Hydro Flask Tilt

Arizona’s Engineering Division:

• First Place:
  • Paige G. – Legacy Traditional School – Northwest Tucson
    • Project: Visibility of Workers at Night and Their Safety
• Second Place:
  • Maximilian K. – Legacy Traditional School – West Surprise
    • Project: Leaf Mulcher

  • Sabrina K. – Legacy Traditional School – West Surprise

    • Parabolic Mirror with Steam Generator

• Third Place:
  • Rachel K. – Legacy Online Academy
    • Project: Photovoltaic Radiator AC Cooler

  • Ehaan U. – Legacy Traditional School – Gilbert

    • Electromagnetic Train System

Arizona’s Environmental Science Division:

• Third Place:
  • Trinity Q. – Legacy Traditional School – West Surprise
    • Project: To Eat or Not to Eat: That is the Pesticide Question

Arizona’s Chemistry Division

• Third Place:
  • Claire G. – Legacy Traditional School – Gilbert
    • Detergent War: Which Laundry Detergent Best Removes Berry Stains?

Arizona’s Behavioral and Social Science Division

• Second Place:
  • Lily V. – Legacy Traditional School – Surprise
    • Video Games and Pain Tolerance

Arizona Superintendent Mia Vega remarked on each participant’s educational journey, “These students have represented Legacy Traditional Schools with distinction while contributing insights and solutions to pressing challenges in our world.” 

690 students from 140 schools, including 58 Title I Schools, competed at this year’s Arizona State Engineering Fair. Vega added that participating in these fairs is not just about winning but also about learning, discovery, and broadening interest in STEM programs.