Division of STAV
Science Talent Search
Resources
Comprehensive list and access of current STS Resources for School STS Coordinators, teachers, students and parents.
STS Handbook
For School Coordinators and Teachers
School Portal Schools must nominate a coordinator to manage registration and competition requirements. Activate your school account and Login to register student entries HERE. Proformas – to collect student entry and judging information to assist you with registration. |
Section Coordinator’s Report You can read the Coordinator’s Report for each section (category) from the previous year’s competition. Some of these reports have useful hints and advice for future projects. Reports are usually published in the STS Bursary Book. |
Poster A printable poster to display in your classroom or school. Download a copy now |
STS Links with Victorian Curriculum STS mapped to the Victorian Curriculum can be downloaded HERE. |
Professional Development Kit The Science Talent Search Professional Development Kit is free and has been designed for schools and teachers entering STS for the first time. To obtain a copy send a request email to sts@stav.vic.edu.au. |
Judges It is a condition of entry that each school provides judges in the ratio of 1 judge for each 12 entries or part thereof. For information about your school’s responsibilities for judging entries refer to page 4 of the STS handbook. More information about Judges and Judging Day.
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Other Resources for Teachers |
STS Committee The Science Talent Search competition is run almost entirely by a volunteer committee. Each year 25 – 30 dedicated teachers or ex-teachers donate their valuable time to administering judging, running exhibition and presentation day, and overseeing the competition rules and guidelines. Without a committee the competition cannot operate.
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BHP Foundation Science and Engineering Awards Teachers through their STS involvement and students entering the Victorian Science Talent Search Experimental Research and Inventions categories may be entered into this national competition which may lead to prizes and opportunities, such as recognition as finalists, STEM experiences, and the opportunity to be selected to represent Australia at the International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF). Click here for more information |
CREST – Creativity in Research, Engineering, Science and Technology If you are looking for engaging ways to inspire creativity in your science and technology teaching, try CREST – it provides support for teachers and students to undertake open-ended science and technology investigations. CREST can enhance your students' ability to produce high quality Experimental Research projects for Science Talent Search and BHP Foundation Science and Engineering Awards. |
For Students and Parents
Creative Writing – Key Science Ideas The STS committee has provided some samples of key science ideas to assist teachers, parents and students who are unclear on what is required for this guideline. |
Working Models and Inventions Not sure where to start for your report? Sample formats here: Working Models Report proforma Inventions Report proforma |
Risk Assessments A risk assessment will be required for Experimental Research, Class Research Projects, Working Models and Inventions. If you don’t know where to start, a proforma is available to be used here. |
Self-Assessment Checklists These self-assessment checklists may help you to ensure you have covered all of the section requirements. Click Here for a listing of self-assessment checklists. |
General Resources
Theme and Topics The STS Theme for 2022 is Glass: More than meets the eye There are set topics for Creative Writing and Posters – Scientific Wallcharts |
Other Links and Resources |
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