The Jackson River Governor’s School (JRGS) at Mountain Gateway Community College (MGCC) is pleased to announce its upcoming Scientific Research Fair on Thursday, April 23, 2026. The event will take place in the Moomaw Center on the MGCC Clifton Forge campus and is open to the public, local educators, and members of the community.
The fair serves as a capstone for the rigorous academic year, showcasing a diverse array of independent research projects conducted by JRGS students representing area high schools. The event will be held during two sessions to accommodate public attendance:
- Morning Session: 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
- Evening Session: 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
- Awards Ceremony: 5:50 p.m.
During these sessions, student researchers will be stationed at their displays to discuss their methodologies, defend their findings, and answer questions from the public and a panel of expert judges. Three projects will be selected for distinguished recognition during the concluding awards ceremony.
The projects represent the culmination of months of inquiry-based learning, in which students independently formulated research questions, designed controlled experiments, and utilized statistical models to analyze their data.
Students of the Jackson River Governor’s School earn more than 40 college credits during their junior and senior years, culminating in a diploma from the JRGS and a Career Studies Certificate in Science and Mathematics from MGCC. These prestigious credentials provide students with a significant competitive advantage in university admissions and scholarship selections. Furthermore, with approximately 26 additional credits, students may complete their Associate Degree through Mountain Gateway Community College concurrently with their high school diploma.