Hosted by the Hip Hop Science Show

With award-winning science communicator Maynard “Hip Hop MD” Okereke — bringing the energy, encouragement, and celebration your child deserves. 

Meet Maynard, Our 2026 Science Fair MC

Hip Hop MD (Maynard Okereke) is an award-winning science communicator and STEM personality known for making scientific concepts exciting, engaging, and culturally relevant across stage, screen, and social platforms.

Ready to be impressed?

These young scientists didn’t just complete experiments—
they asked bold questions, tested real ideas, and delivered results worth celebrating.

1st Place Winner: Elisha F. (Grade 5)

Spinning Power : How the Number of Vanes Affect Electricity Generation in Water Wheels.

From hypothesis to real-world application, Elisha’s project explored how small design changes can dramatically impact energy generation. This is hands-on engineering at its best.



2nd Place Winner:
Naomi S. & Emily P. (Grade 4)

Best Yeast Rise


A delicious dive into biology and chemistry, this experiment tackled fermentation and variables with clarity, curiosity, and great execution.


3rd Place (Tie)

Two incredible projects exploring sound physics and microbiology
—proof that big scientific thinking starts early.

Benaiah J. (Grade 3)

How Does the Pitch of a Fan Blade Affect the Pitch and Volume of Its Sound?

Zechariah F. (Grade 2)

Sweet Science:
The Role of Sugar in Bread Mold Growth

Backed by the Science & Homeschool Community

The 2026 Virtual Science Fair is supported by educators and science communicators who believe every child deserves to feel confident exploring science.

Hip Hop Science Show — Our event host and MC, bringing energy, encouragement, and celebration to help kids feel confident sharing their work.

Science Buddies — A trusted leader in STEM education, supporting strong scientific thinking and real‑world learning.

Journey Homeschool — Advocates for homeschool families, helping parents feel supported as they guide science learning at home..

Science Fair Kits That Help Kids Succeed
What Judges Look For

Virtual science fair Projects are evaluated based on:

Curiosity
Experiment Design
Clear Explanation
What the Student Learned

You don't need perfect results. Thoughtful investigation matters most.

JUDGE #1: Science Buddies

Try their topic selection wizard, to help determine your next science experiment.

JUDGE #2: Journey Homeschool

Get their free science fair guide below, to help you get started.

JUDGE #3: Home Science Tools

Explore Science Fair Kits

Prizes, Awards & Recognition

Every participant deserves recognition for their hard work. Outstanding projects will earn awards, prizes, and science‑themed rewards.
All participants will receive recognition for taking part in the science fair.

Grand Champion

1st Place Trophy
1st Place Certificate
Home Led Microscope

Reserve Champion

Best of Class Certificate
HST Beaker Mug
$100 HST Gift Card

Third Champion

Third Champion Certificate
HST Beaker Mug
$25 HST Gift Card