Intel ISEF 2013 Attendee Information

Phoenix Convention Center
Phoenix, Arizona
May 12-17, 2013


Congratulations to the finalists who have been selected to attend the Intel ISEF 2013 and to the fair directors, teachers, parents and student observers who will accompany the finalists for an unforgettable experience this coming May in Phoenix, Arizona.

SSP is honored by
Intel's commitment to this program through 2019.

All Attendees

  • SRC infraction list: A list of students who need to make an appointment with the SRC
  • Listing of finalist project IDs: SSP assigns a project ID to each project, posted by fair ID number. It can also be sorted alphabetically by clicking on the header. Please keep a look out for your finalists' project ID.
  • Airport Transportation and Housing: Please note: All attendees will have to make their own arrangements for getting to and from the airport. Please consult this flyer for airport transportation options.Fair Directors will make housing arrangements for the finalists and Adult in Charge and will, in general, also coordinate travel for their Official Party. Please check with your Fair Director to make sure you are not duplicating an already existing reservation.
  • Final Intel ISEF 2013 Symposia Schedule: A listing of sessions that allow teachers, fair directors, other interested adults the opportunity to meet and discuss issues related to the Intel ISEF and science education, including funding issues, fair administration, innovative ideas and cognitive teaching strategies.  Open to all registered fair participants.
  • Tours: Attendees who are interested in any of the tours listed in the attached flyer should contact the tour company directly. Contact information for each company is detailed in the flyer. Intel ISEF is not financially supporting any of the tours or in any way responsible for the tours offered by these independent companies. Any reservations made are at the expense of the attendee. A tour desk will be open during Intel ISEF in the registration complex where attendees can learn more and sign up on site.
  • Preliminary Program (pdf): As you plan your visit, please pay particular attention to the core activities of each day and the deadlines associated with setting up projects. Please plan to have your Finalists’ projects set-up before taking tours. This schedule is subject to change without notice and will be void after publication of the official Intel ISEF Program booklet.
  • Downtown Phoenix Information: Visit this website to learn more about Phoenix things to do, dining, transit, travel tips and more.
  • Intel ISEF Grand Awards: A listing of Grand Awards to be provided at the Intel ISEF 2013.
  • Intel ISEF SAO Awards: A listing of Special Award Organizations and the awards that were provided at Intel ISEF 2012. Check back for 2013 information later in the Spring.
  • Name Badge: Once your fair has registered on site, you will receive your Intel ISEF name badge. YOU MUSTWEAR YOUR NAME BADGE DURING ALL INTEL ISEF ACTIVITIES. It will admit you to all events reserved for registered Intel ISEF participants and will identify you to others.
  • SSP Program Harassment Policy : We ask that everyone review this policy carefully so that any concerns are addressed immediately.
  • Special Needs: If you have special needs (e.g., physical challenges or diet requirements), inform your Fair Director in writing on a separate sheet of paper within 12 days of your fair so that she or he may include it with the Official Party Registration and Finalist Certification. OR … inform your Fair Director via e-mail or in an electronic document that he or she can forward to us as part of the Official Party Registration process. Please send this information to your Fair Director within 12 days after your fair.

Finalists

  • Finalist Instructions: The starting point for finalists to complete required items. 
  • Exhibiting at Intel ISEF: Additional information helpful to finalists as they prepare to be onsite at the Intel ISEF; includes pointers regarding project set-up, judging and displaying their project.
  • List of Finalist Project IDs: A list of Intel ISEF finalists with Project IDs. Project Ids are assigned after finalists have submitted all required items and these items have been reviewed by SSP staff.
  • Intel ISEF finalists are expected to attend the full week of the program and are encouraged to attend all Intel ISEF events.  Attendance is mandatory at the public exhibition of projects on Thursday and at both award ceremonies. The only excused absences to these mandatory functions are graduation ceremonies, illness or family emergencies. If finalists have a scheduling conflict, they should consult with their Fair Directors immediately.

Adults

  • Adult Guidelines:Information for Adults in the Official Party about the major events and deadlines required of their Finalists throughout the Intel ISEF week.
  • SSP Program Harassment Policy : Please review this policy and ensure that your students are also aware of this policy so that any concerns are addressed immediately.
  • Fair Directors
    • Affiliated Fair Login: Login for Fair Directors to register their Official Party, certify finalists and report on the operations of their fair. This is where fair directors can find information on how many people can be included in the Official Party (including Student Observers) and how much registration will cost.
    • Directions for Viewing Finalist Data
  • Adults-in-Charge
    • AIC Responsibilities (pdf): The Adult-in-Charge takes a leadership role for chaperoning students within their respective Official Party.
  • Teachers

The Student Observer Caucus, Wednesday, May 15

SSP is planning a full day of programming for student observers to be held on Wednesday, May 15 from 8:30-3:00 p.m. (with an hour break for lunch with your fair).  The day will provide hands-on science activities for the 200 student observers from Intel ISEF-affiliate fairs and will provide an opportunity to interact and get to know this group of students.  This program takes place while finalists are involved in judging.

We encourage all student observers to sign-up for this programming by April 12.;

The eligibility rules:

  • Student observers must be in grades 7-12, or equivalent.
  • Each student must submit a signed Code of Conduct & Release to participate.
  •  Students participating must be able to speak English.  (The interpreter resources of Intel ISEF must be devoted to the judging floor on this day.)
  • All students must participate in the full day of activities.

The program will include three key activities:

  • A water chemistry laboratory
  • Science stations
  • A forensic science challenge

Volunteer to help at the Intel ISEF Education Outreach Program Thursday, May 16

Additionally, in a role that Student Observers have previously held and been of great support, SSP would like to invite you to help facilitate Education Outreach activities on Thursday, May 16th, 2013.  The full day will be from 8:15 to 2:00 p.m. through 2:00 p.m.  Student observers will have the opportunity to support the program all day or to take a 3-hour shift (8:15–11:15 or 11:00-2:00 pm) that will allow them time to visit the exhibit hall as well as volunteer.
A very important aspect of your role as a volunteer will be to share your excitement for science and help students understand how they, too, could participate in Intel ISEF one day.  Meeting a fellow student and hearing about your Intel ISEF experience may well be one of the most effective and exciting parts of the visiting students’ trip.

 

Please complete the online form to sign-up by the April 12, 2013 deadline to be registered for the Student Observer Caucus and/or as a Volunteer for the Intel ISEF Education Outreach Day.