Shell Singapore Youth Science Festival

 
Introduced in 1978, the Singapore Youth Science Festival (SYSF) has undergone a couple of title modifications to reflect the changing times. Originally known as Singapore Youth Science Fortnight and later, Singapore Youth Science Festival (SYSF), it has now been re-named as Shell Singapore Youth Science Festival (SSYSF).

The SSYSF is a national event jointly organised by Science Centre Singapore, the Science Teachers’ Association of Singapore and the Shell Companies in Singapore. Since its inception, SSYSF has become an integral part of the schools' calendar with over 100,000 students (across Primary, Secondary and Pre-University levels) and educators participating in its activities annually.

This shall be the 35^th year that the event has been annually organised. The SSYSF's series of activities will run from March to 24 May 2012. The objectives of the SSYSF are:

• To give youth a deeper insight into science and technology.
• To provide young scientists an opportunity to discuss scientific problems and the implications of science on society.
• To allow educators of youth to exchange views and experiences in science education. 

The theme for this year's festival is 'Achieving Sustainable Energy for All'.
Click here to view the poster on the Sustainable Energy theme.

The details of the programmes are listed below:

• Shell Science Fair
• Energy Fest
• Students' Seminar
• Public Seminar
• SSYSF Stage! Drama Competition 

Shell Science Fair 

Title	Shell Science Fair
Description	The highlight of the SSYSF is the Shell Science Fair, which goes on a biennial cycle alternating between the Primary Science Fair and the Secondary/Pre-U Science Fair. This year, the Science Fair is targeted at secondary and pre-university students, giving them an opportunity to apply science process skills in conducting scientific investigations and using their creativity in solving identified problems. This year, in line with 2012 being the International Year of Sustainable energy for All, the theme for the competition is ‘Achieving Sustainable Energy for All’.
Specific Aims	To understand the processes of scientific inquiry and technological design to investigate questions, conduct experiments and solve problems.
Target Audience	Secondary Schools and Pre University Institutions
Date	21 and 22 May 2012
Venue	Science Centre Singapore
Invitation to Schools and Entry Form	Click here to download the invitation to schools and entry form for submission. Kindly email the relevant form(s) to ssysf2012@gmail.com. Thank you.

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Energy Fest

Title	Energy Fest
Description	Energy Fest is made up of a series of activities for students to cater to their inventiveness. Activities will range from finding answers to an energy hunt, to thinking about energy-related demonstrations and designing a solution to an energy challenge. Through this series of interesting hands-on activities and challenge, students learn important scientific concepts connected to renewable and clean energy, and at the same time, have fun.
Specific Aim	Student Enrichment Programme
Target Audience	Primary Schools to Lower Secondary / Public
Date	16 - 22 May 2012
Venue	Science Centre Singapore
Additional Information	Click here for more information.

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Students' Seminar 

Title	Students' Seminar
Description	The Students’ Seminar aims to provide students with a unique opportunity to be inspired by scientists passionate about their fields of endeavour.  This year, the Students’ Seminar will be given by two noted speakers, on the topic of sustainable energyme time, have fun.
Specific Aim	Student Enrichment Programme
Target Audience	Secondary Schools and Pre University Institutions Fee: $12 / student (free for accompanying teachers)
Date	18 May 2012
Venue	Science Centre Singapore

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Public Seminar 

Title	Public Seminar
Description	The Public Seminar aims to raise awareness about current issues in science which impact our everyday lives. This year’s Public Seminar will be on the topic of sustainable energy and its implications for Singapore.
Specific Aim	Public awareness about science
Target Audience	Public, ages 15 and above Fee: Free of Charge
Date	19 May 2012
Venue	Science Centre Singapore

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SSYSF Stage! Drama Competition

Title	SSYSF Stage! Drama Competition
Description	This is a competition targeted at primary students, giving them an opportunity to combine their creativity and drama skills to present a short skit (7 minutes) related to a science theme. This year, in line with 2012 being the International Year of Sustainable energy for All, the theme for the competition is ‘Renewable Energy for Everyone’. The winning team’s skit will be showcased at the opening ceremony of SSYSF 2012.
Specific Aim	Promoting science through drama
Target Audience	Primary Schools
Dates	8 Feb             -  Submission of Entry Forms 21 March       -  Rehearsal 22-23 March -  Preliminary Rounds 30 March       -  Rehearsal for Finals 31 March       -  Final Drama Competition (Marquee, Science Centre) 22 May           - Opening Ceremony of SSYSF (Marquee, Science Centre)
Venue	Annexe Hall 1, Science Centre Singapore
Contact Person	Charissa Lin cey_lin@science.edu.sg Office contact: 6425 2789
Additional Information	Click here for more information on the competition. Click here to download and fill in the entry form. Kindly save a copy of the pdf and email it to Charissa via cey_lin@science.edu.sg or fax it to 6561 6361 (Atten. Charissa). Thank you. The deadline for submission is 8 February 2012.

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