​What is VJAS?

VJAS is a statewide science research community for Virginia students in grades 7–12. Students choose a research question, write a scientific paper, submit it for review, and may be selected to present at the annual VJAS Symposium. Students can also attend, learn from peers, receive feedback from experts, apply for awards, publish abstracts, and take on student leadership roles.

Participation Pathway to VJAS and Success

Idea → Research Project → Paper → Submission → Review → Symposium → Feedback → Awards/Publication/Leadership

At A Glance, 2027 Symposium

• Date: May 22, 2027
• Location: Potomac Shores Middle School, Prince William County Public Schools
• Who Can Participate: Virginia Students grades 7-12
• Membership: Free school membership; individual option available
• What Students Do: Research, write a scientific paper, submit it for review, and may present at the symposium

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The Mission of the VJAS is to:

(1)  Encourage the development of practices used by scientists, engineers, and mathematicians with mentoring done by the VAS.
(2) Identify students who are providing leadership in solving important problems and give them the ability to be state leaders serving on the board.
(3) Assist in publishing student projects in the Proceedings and the VOICE (student publication).
(4) Encourage the pursuit of careers in science, mathematics, and applied fields by supporting these efforts in scholarships, meeting scientists, and 
(5) Teach students how to develop a project, conduct research, draw conclusions, and make public presentations establishing critical thinking skills.
(6) Foster fellowship between VJAS and the Virginia Academy of Science (VAS).

Donate to the VJAS

Donations to the Virginia Junior Academy of Science (VJAS) may be made through the Virginia Academy of Science (VAS) by following this link:
https://www.memberleap.com/members/wish/donate.php?org_id=VAS
There is a button on the form to direct donations to the VJAS.