Bristol's Colt Andrews scientists showcase their work

Volunteer scientists answer age-old questions — like really how clean is a dog’s mouth?

By Kristen Ray
Posted 4/25/19

The innovation and imagination were endless inside Colt Andrews Elementary School in Bristol Tuesday night, as a record number of 36 fourth- and fifth-graders showcased their Science Fair projects to …

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Bristol's Colt Andrews scientists showcase their work

Volunteer scientists answer age-old questions — like really how clean is a dog’s mouth?

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The innovation and imagination were endless inside Colt Andrews Elementary School in Bristol Tuesday night, as a record number of 36 fourth- and fifth-graders showcased their Science Fair projects to family, friends and community members inside the school gymnasium.

Covering topics ranging from the more humorous, such as whether or not humans or dogs have cleaner mouths (rest assured, humans thankfully do) to the more practical, including which liquid causes the most tooth decay, the students — all participating voluntarily — explored a wide variety of subjects in this year’s fair.

“I just thought it would be a fun way to learn,” said fourth-grader Imogen Miller.

She and the rest of the participants did so with sacrifice, giving up their lunch and recess once or twice a week for several weeks, while also spending additional time working on their projects at home. The inspiration behind each of their respective topics were varied. In fifth-grader Hunter Millan’s case, he knew he wanted to build a fruit battery the moment he saw it online, while fourth-grader Samantha Campbell got the idea for her infant food sensory response test from a recent baby shower.

“I was so proud when they came in with their boards this morning,” said Colt Andrews Parent Group member Elizabeth O’Shea.

By the end of the night, six winners — three from Grade 4 and three from Grade 5 — were announced, their projects judged by Bristol Town Administrator Steven Contente, Warren Town Councilman Steven Calenda, students from Roger Williams University and other members of the community earlier that day.

In the fourth-grade category, Harper Tomlinson took home third place with her project, “Density Tower,” while Tamblyn Andrade’s “A Bright Idea” finished second and Noah Sweeney’s “Mouthwash Effectiveness” claimed first.

In Grade 5, Millie Silvia and her project, “Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is,” earned third, while Hunter Millan’s “Fruit Battery” came in second and Bella Brando’s “Which Has More Sugar?” snatched first.

“This is an incredible celebration of hard work,” said Principal Deborah Kearns.

Bristol Bagel Works, Arden Engineering and Burns Power Tools helped to sponsored the annual event.

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