What is the Massachusetts Junior Academy of Sciences?

The Massachusetts Junior Academy of Science (MJAS) is a non-profit organization of officers, students and teachers directly affiliated with the Massachusetts Academy of Sciences (MAS) supporting its missions and goals. The activities of the MJAS shall be supported by the MAS, independent sponsors and by its various levels of membership.

What are the principles of the Massachusetts Junior Academy of Sciences?

1. A belief in the importance of science and science-related issues.
2. A belief in the importance of developing critical thinking skills, logical reasoning, and a facility with the scientific method.
3. A belief in the necessity of pointing out the distinctions between science and pseudoscience along with its implications for society.
4. A belief that providing youth with opportunities to participate in scientific exploration will foster greater achievement and future pursuit of science education and careers.

Help! I want to enter my science fair, but don't know where to start!

Here are a few websites to help you get started. It also helps to talk to your science teacher.

Crystal Clear Science Projects
Science Buddies
Science Fair Central