Judges/Mentors
Join Us as a Judge for the Virginia Junior Academy of Science Research Symposium
Saturday, May 22, 2027 • Potomac Shores Middle School• Prince William County Public Schools
Step into a day filled with curiosity, discovery, and the bright spark of young scientific minds. Your experience and perspective can make a real difference for students across Virginia in grades 7–12.
How Judging Works
In-person judges, virtual readers, and virtual special judges are needed for the 2027 VJAS Research Symposium
Virtual Readers, In-Person Judges, and Virtual Special Judges Registration Link
Registration to be a judge or reader is now open. Follow the above link to register.
What You’ll Do
Read and score a set of either middle school or high school student research papers before the symposium using a clear, easy-to-follow rubric
Attend the symposium on May 22 to hear students present their work
Complete the final portion of scoring and join a brief discussion with your fellow judges and the student
Contact Susan Booth (director@vjas.org) for further information.
How the Day Flows
Why Join Us?
You’ll meet some of the most motivated and creative young scientists in Virginia. Their enthusiasm is contagious, their ideas are inspiring, and your presence helps nurture the next generation of thinkers and problem-solvers.
Come be part of a day that’s energizing, meaningful, and genuinely fun.
We’d love to have you with us.
We also have Mentor Opportunities needing volunteers. Contact Susan Booth for more information.
Sincerely,
Susan Booth, Director - Virginia Junior Academy of Science
director@vjas.org
Saturday, May 22, 2027 • Potomac Shores Middle School• Prince William County Public Schools
Step into a day filled with curiosity, discovery, and the bright spark of young scientific minds. Your experience and perspective can make a real difference for students across Virginia in grades 7–12.
How Judging Works
In-person judges, virtual readers, and virtual special judges are needed for the 2027 VJAS Research Symposium
Virtual Readers, In-Person Judges, and Virtual Special Judges Registration Link
Registration to be a judge or reader is now open. Follow the above link to register.
What You’ll Do
Read and score a set of either middle school or high school student research papers before the symposium using a clear, easy-to-follow rubric
Attend the symposium on May 22 to hear students present their work
Complete the final portion of scoring and join a brief discussion with your fellow judges and the student
Contact Susan Booth (director@vjas.org) for further information.
How the Day Flows
- Morning check-in and orientation
- Student presentations every 15 minutes
- Built-in breaks to recharge
- Once your section finishes and your scores are submitted, you’re done for the day
Why Join Us?
You’ll meet some of the most motivated and creative young scientists in Virginia. Their enthusiasm is contagious, their ideas are inspiring, and your presence helps nurture the next generation of thinkers and problem-solvers.
Come be part of a day that’s energizing, meaningful, and genuinely fun.
We’d love to have you with us.
We also have Mentor Opportunities needing volunteers. Contact Susan Booth for more information.
Sincerely,
Susan Booth, Director - Virginia Junior Academy of Science
director@vjas.org
