Students at Harrington Sound Primary School showcased their scientific and critical-thinking skills at the school’s science fair.

A spokeswoman for the Ministry of Education said younger students made posters exploring adaptation and change while older pupils led interactive investigations.

She explained: “Topics ranged from solar energy and replica lighthouses to potato-powered electricity and lemon batteries.”

A panel of judges that included the Ministry of Education’s acting science education officer, Rajeev Goonewardene, evaluated each project and tested participants’ scientific knowledge.

First, second and third-place ribbons were awarded in each division and a total of 68 prizes were handed out during an assembly on Monday.

Dr Goonewardene said: “Many projects reflected real-world Stem [science, technology, engineering and maths] practices, using digital tools like multimeters and spreadsheets.

“This fair not only showcased hands-on learning and innovation but also aligns with our education transformation goals.”

Cindy Weeks, the principal of the school, encouraged students to fuel their passion for Stem, adding: “As a school in the midst of transforming into a 21st-century parish school in September, Stem will be an integral part of our offerings, along with other relevant features.

“We look forward to growing our future engineers, innovators and problem solvers.”

Claire Fox, science education officer at ASU BIOS, said: “We love helping with the science fairs and seeing the research the students are interested in.

“Having students engage in science from a young age is critical for Bermudians and having them better understand the world around us.”