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YOUTH FEST 2026

The Ultimate Spelling and STEM Showdown!

 

Empowering the Next Generation of Thinkers

Event Logistics

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Date & Time
March 21, 2026
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
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Venue
Frederiksen Elementary
7243 Tamarack Dr, Dublin, CA 94568
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Participation Eligibility
Open to all Elementary and Middle school students.
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Win Prizes
Exciting prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners!

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Why Youth Fest?

We want to empower the next generation of thinkers and creators by providing a vibrant platform for young mind. Through our Spelling and STEM contests, we aim to foster intellectual curiosity, build resilient confidence, and unite our community in celebrating the diverse talents of our youth.

Key Impact for Participants

🤝 Build resilience, confidence, and teamwork in a low-pressure, fun environment.

🌉 Bridge the gap between classroom learning and real-world application.

🎤 Improve public-speaking poise and vocabulary strength.

💡 Learn tricks of the trade from an accomplished Spelling Bee winner.

STEM FEST COMPETITION FORMAT

Round 1: Written Test

  • 📋 Format: 50 multiple-choice questions
  • ⏱️ Duration: 40 minutes
  • 🧪 Subjects: Math, Physical Science, Life Science, General Science
  • * Elementary round focuses more on Math

Scoring

Correct Answer +4 points
Incorrect Answer -1 point

Important Rules

Answers must be marked on the answer sheet only.
No writing on the question paper.
Multiple answers = disqualification for that question.
No calculators or electronic devices.
Closed-door exam (students/proctors only).
Scratch paper will be provided.

➡️ Top 8 students advance to Round 2

Round 2: Countdown (Buzzer) Round

Format: Head-to-head knockout matches using buzzers.

Match Rules

  • Correct answer: 1 point
  • Incorrect answer: Opponent gets a chance
  • Format: Best of 3 questions
  • Tie: Sudden Death (first correct wins)
  • 15 seconds to answer

Logistics

  • Matchups are random
  • Round 1 scores do not affect pairings
  • Parents are welcome to watch
  • Moderator’s decision is final

⚖️ Tie-Breaker Rules (Round 1)

In the event of a score tie, qualifiers are selected based on:
  1. Fewer wrong answers
  2. Higher difficulty level of correctly answered questions
Example: If 7 students qualify and 3 are tied for the 8th spot, a tie-breaker round will be conducted to select the final qualifier.

SPELLING FEST COMPETITION FORMAT

Participation Rules

  • • A student may participate in only one category.
  • • Elementary students (Grades 1-5) may choose to compete in Middle School.
  • • Middle School students (Grades 6-8) may not compete in Elementary.

Round 1: Preliminary Written Round

  • 📝 Format: 20 words read aloud by the Pronouncer
  • 🖊️ Method: Students write spellings on provided paper
  • 🚫 Restrictions: No electronic devices allowed; closed-door exam

Scoring

Correct Answer+1 point
Incorrect Answer-1 point

➡️ Top 10 students advance to Round 2

Round 2: Oral Spelling

Format: Traditional knockout format. Students spell and then pronounce the word.

Oral Spelling Rules

  • 1 minute allowed per word.
  • Students may ask for definition, sentence, origin, or repetition.
  • Once spelling begins, letters may not be changed.
  • Incorrect spelling results in immediate elimination.

Logistics

  • Proper pronunciation must be used.
  • Parents are welcome to watch this round.
  • Moderator explains rules before the round starts.
  • Moderator’s decision is final.

⚖️ Tie-Breaker Rules

Round 1:
  • Fewer wrong answers.
  • Higher difficulty of correctly spelled words.
Round 2:
  • Tie-breaker words will be given orally.
  • First incorrect spelling eliminates the student until a winner is determined.

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