Maxfield Science Symposium Scholarship Recipients
Berkley High School students were invited to participate in the Maxfield Science Symposium this semester. Students worked on science experiments for months, and presented their findings to a panel of judges on Friday, May 2.
The Maxfield Science Symposium is a science competition where students designed, completed and presented an original science experiment to a panel of judges comprised of BHS teacher Scott Doty, alumni Molly Rott, retired teacher Mark Meacham and Dr. Bob Maxfield. The symposium is named after Dr. Maxfield, who is a retired Berkley School District Superintendent. Students practice their presentation skills, showcase their independent work and have an opportunity to earn scholarships funded by the Berkley Education Foundation.
Congratulations to the following students for earning scholarships:
Gold - $1,000
- Lucas Carter, Junior: Lasers, a Better Way to Grow Popcorn?
- Jo Lagerstrom, Sophomore: Ladybird Beetle Food Choice Chambers
Silver - $500
- Mia Mracna, Sophomore: The Effects of Different Solutions on Tooth Enamel
- Lydia Binelli, Junior: The Effects of Caffeine on Memory
Bronze - $250
- Vinnie Holder, Sophomore: Organic vs Inorganic Soil
- Victoria Demarzio, Sophomore: Effect of Social Media on Sleep for Teens
Honorable Mention - $50
- Giuliana Dao, Freshman: How Different Sounds Affect the Quality of a Person's Sleep
- Hannah Schueler, Senior: Water Bottle Bacteria Levels
Congratulations also to the following students for their participation in the Maxfield Science Symposium.
- Nick Derosier, Freshman: How Different Lights Affect the Activity and Basking Behavior of Bearded Dragons
- Quinn Loree, Junior: Effects of Bacteria on the Freeze/Thaw of Rock
- Madeline Keller, Freshman: Bacteria vs. Natural Remedies
- Arielle Loomer, Sophomore: The Effect Greywater Has on Plant Growth
- Lily Morgan, Freshman: Effects of Human Exposure on Mammals and Reptiles
- Yoli Dietachmayr Gonzalez, Freshman: Senses in Relation to Food Enjoyment
- Maddie Kramer, Sophomore: Yeast Fermentation and CO2 Production
