What is the Florida Junior Academy of Science?
The Florida Junior Academy of Science is the Florida chapter of the American Junior Academy of Science and is affiliated to the Florida Academy of Sciences, it’s mother organization. The American Junior Academy of Sciences (AJAS) is the only US honor society recognizing America's premier high school students for outstanding scientific research. The Florida Junior Academy of Science nominates high school students as AJAS delegates. The chosen delegates are then invited to attend the AJAS annual conference. The AJAS mission is to introduce, encourage, and accelerate pre-college students into the professional world of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
Delegate Selection: The Florida Academy of Sciences organizes the Florida Junior Academy of Science. Under the direction of the Senior Academy, a statewide scientific research competition is held. The winners of these competitions are nominated to represent their state at the AJAS conference. Interested students and mentors should contact the Florida Junior Academy of Science for information on how to get involved.