Student / Parent Night

Student Parent Night pic

2012 High Tech Fair–Student/Parent Night

Tuesday, February 7^th

5:00pm – 8:00pm

Wyland Hall, Del Mar Fairgrounds

PARENT INFORMATION

Can we make energy from mud? Do you wonder how a plane stops? What innovations are happening in biotechnology?

If you’re a student, teacher or parent, you’ll explore these experiences with over 50 STEM industry and research partners during SDSA’s High Tech Fair 2012! CLICK HERE for flyer.

This is your opportunity to peer into the future and see high tech in action! Best of all, this event is FREE! Registration is required. CLICK HERE to sign-up.

We encourage you to prepare your student beforehand so that they will not only enjoy their visit, but learn as much as possible. Have your child review the exhibit descriptions, select 3 companies to research ahead of time and complete the posted questions for their chosen exhibits.

CLICK HERE for exhibit descriptions & student preparation questions.

All attendees must complete the photo release forms prior to their visit. (Please drop them off at the SDSA Hospitality table)

CLICK HERE for student forms.

CLICK HERE for adult forms

Since this event is over the dinner hour, concessions will be available for purchase (salads, deli sandwiches, pizza, fruit, hot dogs, etc.).

Each exhibitor has planned a 10-15 minute interactive demonstration appropriate for middle - high school students. Students are encouraged to participate in the presentation and be prepared to ask questions and talk to representatives.

IMPORTANT DOCUMENTS for a successful visit:

CLICK HERE for pre-visit preparation information.

CLICK HERE for floor plan map.

CLICK HERE for flyer with exhibitors by strand.

Companies have been grouped according to the type of research or development in which they are engaged:

	The science of using living things, and components of living things, to produce goods and services. It involves manipulating and modifying organisms, often at the molecular level, to create new and practical applications for agriculture, medicine and industry.
	Clean Technology applies science and engineering solutions to three critical areas: reducing the consumption of energy and natural resources; reducing waste and harmful emissions; and harnessing renewable energy and materials for sustainable development.
	Focus on current and future conservation of our natural resources; the science and technology of sustaining our wildlife, forests, coastlines and oceans; and technological advances in farming that help better serve the needs of the public while protecting the environment and increasing output.
	Focus on the application of science to practical uses such as the design of structures, machines, and systems.
	Focus on the systems within which health is protected and maintained, including prevention and rehabilitation, emergency medicine, medical devices, and technology for monitoring the health of a patient remotely. Dental technology is also included in this strand.
	Focus on highly specialized, complex technology, including computer applications and telecommunications.
	Focus on the technology associated with the design, fabrication, theory, and application of robots.