FEBRUARY 4, 2026 - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Kevin Christian, APR, CPRC, Director of Public Relations
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MARION COUNTY REGIONAL STEM FAIR AND EXPO
SHOWCASE STUDENT INNOVATIONS
MARION COUNTY –The Big Springs Regional STEM Fair, a long-standing Marion County tradition promoting inquiry and innovation in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics since 1958, will return Feb. 11 at the Circle Square Cultural Center in Ocala.
The event will feature over 100 student research projects created by middle and high school students from across Marion County.
As part of the fair, Big Springs STEM will host a STEM Expo open to the public from Noon-3 p.m., inviting families, educators, and community members to explore student research and connect with local STEM professionals.
The Expo provides a unique opportunity to see firsthand how students in grades 6–12 are engaging in scientific inquiry, engineering design, and innovative problem solving.
The Big Springs Regional STEM Fair supports eligible Marion County students by encouraging hands-on research and real-world application of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics through competitive and educational experiences.
Exhibitors at the STEM Expo will include local STEM organizations and community partners dedicated to fostering the next generation of innovators.
The event takes place at the Circle Square Cultural Center located at 8395 SW 80 St., Ocala, 34481. Admission is free and open to the public during Expo hours.
For more information about the Big Springs Regional STEM Fair or the STEM Expo, visit https://www.marionschools.net/bigsprings or contact STEM Fair Director Erin Benavides at [email protected] or 352.236.5401.
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