Uvalde County Science Fair
SSGT Willie de Leon Civic Center | Uvalde, Texas | February 20, 2027
Celebrating curiosity, creativity, and real-world problem-solving in Uvalde County.
The Uvalde County Science Fair is a community-based initiative hosted by Nueces Innovation Labs to support engaging, hands-on science fair experiences for elementary students in Uvalde County, a rural region in South Texas.
The event will be open to K–5 students from public schools, private schools, and home-based learning environments.
What to Expect at the Science Fair
Student Experience
Students will have the opportunity to investigate questions that interest them and present projects that demonstrate curiosity, creativity, and problem-solving. The event aims to create a welcoming environment where students can celebrate science, share ideas, and learn from one another.
Community Engagement
Community members may participate as mentors, volunteer judges, sponsors, and event volunteers. Their support helps encourage students, provide real-world perspectives connected to science and innovation, and make the science fair experience possible for more families across the community.
Future Learning
This event is designed to create a meaningful science fair experience for students while also helping identify ways to strengthen future STEM resources, programs, and community partnerships. What we learn from the event will guide future efforts to expand hands-on learning, increase student participation, and build stronger community engagement in science education.