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Frequently Asked Questions |
When and where is the 2010 Georgia Educational Technology Fair (GaETF)?
The 2010 GaETF will be held on March 13 at Howard High School in Macon, Georgia. Information about how to get there, local motels and restaurants, and things to do will be posted in February.
Who can participate in the Georgia Educational Technology Fair?
The GaETF is made up of the 1st place winners from the thirteen recognized Regional Technology Fairs. The Regional Directors submit a list of the 1st place winners and that is the official entry list for GaETF.
If I want to do a project with a younger or older sibling or friend, how do we choose the grade classification?
The rules state that the project will be entered in the grade of the highest student. Any student, regardless of grade, may compete on a team with a student in a higher grade, but the project MUST be entered in the grade of the highest student. Any project found to be entered in a lower grade by a student in a higher grade classification will be disqualified.
What do I need to bring to the Tech Fair?
You must provide a computer and any peripherals that you need. You also need to bring an extension cord/power strip, your Student Consent Form signed by your parents, and your written permissions for using ANY materials in your project that you did not produce yourself (photos, artwork, music, video, etc).
What will the Tech Fair provide to me?
The Georgia Educational Technology Fair DOES NOT provide ANY equipment except for ONE electrical outlet and table/desk space. There is NO internet access for Tech Fair projects. Web 2.0 projects MUST be loaded locally on a computer. See the category question regarding specific categories.
What things should NOT be brought to Tech Fair?
Students should NOT bring trifold displays, peripheral equipment unrelated to the project, any loud or dangerous materials, or anything deemed inappropriate at school.
What time should I arrive at the Tech Fair?
All judge times will be posted here no later than March 9 and you will receive several emails with your judge time. There is no longer a setup window before Tech Fair starts. You should plan to arrive at least an hour before your assigned judge time. If you miss your judge time, there is no guarantee that there will be an empty slot for you to move into, so allow plenty of time to travel to Macon.
What happens when I get to the Tech Fair?
You will check in at the Registration Table where you will turn in your Student Consent form to receive your materials. Beginning an hour before each judge period, you will be allowed to enter the judge room and set up your computer. Parents are allowed to help deliver equipment to the room, but must leave the judging area at least 20 minutes before judging begins. Parents may assist students in vacating the judge room as soon as judging is over. Because judge rooms are used multiple times, equipment should be removed at the end of judging. (Exception: in the high school area in the cafeteria, equipment may be left set up)
Do I have to remain at the Tech Fair all day?
No, you only need to be at the Tech Fair from an hour before your judge time until after your project is judged. If you check in more than an hour before your assigned judge time, you may leave, but be sure that you are back in time to set up and be ready for judging. If you are staying for the awards ceremony, you may leave after judging and return for the awards. Awards ceremony time will be announced on the day of the fair, but depending on the number of entries, typically starts around 2:00 pm. You and your parents may use your free time to see the attractions around Macon.
