Sudbury Catholic District School Board
March 08, 2024

Celebrating Scientific Prowess: SCDSB’s 2024 Science Fair Champions

The Sudbury Catholic District School Board is excited to announce that we hosted our annual Board-Wide Science Fair on March 6, 2024, at St. Charles College, welcoming Grade 7 and 8 students to showcase their scientific prowess.

2024 Science Fair Winners:

We sincerely thank all students who contributed to this year’s SCDSB Science Fair. With great excitement, we are pleased to announce the outstanding projects that emerged victorious in this year’s Board-wide Science Fair. The winners for 2024 include:

1st Place & Best in Fair: Katie Oberthier from Marymount, presenting “BEE THE CHANGE”

2nd Place: Ayla Falcioni and Mila Kidd from Marymount, with “C’EST LE TEMPS POUR FRAPPER LA RUE”

3rd Place: Bianca Beirnes from Marymount, unveiling “INTELLIGENCE ARTIFICIELLE”

Best Presentation: Abby Lanthier and Gumino Muntuzi from Marymount, showcasing “STICKY SITUATION”

Most Creative: Papa Amofa-Badu from St. Benedict, revealing “EMPOWERING MOBILITY: NEXT GEN PROSTHETICS”

These outstanding projects will progress to the Sudbury Regional Science Fair on April 6, 2024, hosted at Laurentian University.

2024 Winners: Bianca Beirnes (Left), Katie Oberthier (Middle), Ayla Falcioni (Right)
Best Presentation (Abby Lanthier and Gumino Muntuzi)
Most Creative (Papa Amofa-Badu)

Louise Franklin, Superintendent of Education at the Sudbury Catholic District School Board, commended the fair as an excellent platform for encouraging student engagement in science-based activities. She emphasized the significance of the fair in fostering innovation, critical thinking, collaboration, and creativity among students.

“We extend our heartfelt congratulations and gratitude to every student who participated in this year’s fair. Your dedication to researching topics and crafting unique projects is truly commendable, and each of you should take immense pride in your efforts. Science fairs are not just events; they are vital platforms for nurturing curiosity, critical thinking, and innovation among our students. Through participation in science fairs, students develop invaluable skills such as problem-solving, collaboration, and communication. These experiences not only prepare them for future academic and professional endeavors but also inspire a lifelong passion for discovery and learning. We are excited to see what the selected students will accomplish at the Regional Science Fair in April.”

Louise Franklin, Superintendent of Education

This event, would not be possible without the hard work and dedication showcased by the members of the Science Fair Committee. Sudbury Catholic District School Board would like to extend our sincere appreciation to Chris Polischuk, Martha Facchini, and Loretta Cuda for their outstanding efforts in providing enriching opportunities for the students of Sudbury Catholic.

2024 Regional Science Fair Projects:

We are thrilled to unveil the 16 projects that have earned the opportunity to advance to the regional science fair in April. This includes:

  • Katie Oberthier from Marymount with “BEE THE CHANGE”
  • Ayla Falcioni and Mila Kidd from Marymount with “C’EST LE TEMPS POUR FRAPPER LA RUE”
  • Bianca Beirnes from Marymount with “INTELLIGENCE ARTIFICIELLE”
  • Abby Lanthier and Gumino Muntuzi from Marymount with “STICKY SITUATION”
  • Papa Amofa-Badu from St. Benedict with “EMPOWERING MOBILITY: NEXT GEN PROSTHETICS”
  • Sierra Middleton and Payton McCann from St. Charles College with “STAINLESS STEEL WATER BOTTLES”
  • Brady Demore from St. Charles College with “SENSORY: IS TOUCH THE MOST IMPORTANT SENSE?”
  • Mayo Ogunleye from St. Charles College with “AN EARLY ADOLESCENT’s MIND”
  • Sebastian Natera Gonzalez from St. Charles College with “AERODYNAMIX IN F1: GROUND EFFECTS”
  • Nixon MacKay and Jack Gagnon from St. Charles College with “SOLAR-POWERED WATER FOUNTAIN”
  • Jonah Brault-D’Alosio and Tanner Rietkoetter from St. Benedict with “WHAT AA BATTERY IS THE BEST BANG FOR YOUR BUCK?”
  • Isabella Madrid Portillo from Marymount with “WATER QUALITY”
  • Abby Golder and Capri Ouellette from Marymount with “LAVER LES FRUITS FAIT UNE DIFFERENCE”
  • Nico Selby and Amy Tourville from Marymount with “BEST GLUTEN-FREE FLOUR”
  • Yasmeena Osman and Lucilla Muizila from Marymount with “OPEN SENSE ME”
  • Megan Leclair from Marymount with “SPONIFICATION”
SCDSB Students Advancing to the 2024 Regional Science Fair at Laurentian University

As we eagerly anticipate the upcoming Regional Science Fair, we look forward to witnessing the incredible accomplishments that await our selected students. Your passion for science and innovation is truly inspiring, and we cannot wait to see where your journey takes you. Congratulations once again, and best of luck to all participants!

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