Fall 2026
- Determine research question.
- Design experiment and collect data.
- Ask science teacher if the school participates in VJAS.
November 1, 2026
- Deadline to apply for Phil Robinson research funds.
November 2026 to January 2027
- Complete data collection.
- Write paper.
February 21, 2027
- Deadline to submit paper through Reviewr
- Deadline to pay the $35 paper submission fee*
- Deadline to apply to be a student officer.
- Deadline to apply for scholarships and awards.
*check with your science teacher to see if your school is paying this fee.
March 3, 2027
- Deadline to edit research papers submitted for consideration.
Early April 2027
- Students notified if research paper was selected for presentation at the Symposium
April to May 2027
- Prepare presentation
Mid May 2027
- Check VJAS website for Symposium schedule and Program
May 22, 2027
VJAS Symposium, Potomac Shores Middle School, Prince William County