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Fuel Your Child’s Passion for STEM
Year-round, hands-on learning for students in grades K-8
Welcome to the Talcott Mountain Science Center & Academy, where students in grades K-8 embark on a thrilling journey of discovery and learning! Let us nurture your child’s passion for science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) through hands-on learning in one or more of the following programs:
Talcott Mountain Academy — Where K-8 gifted and talented students thrive in a fun, challenging and supportive environment. With a full curriculum, differentiated instruction, and passionate teaching staff, students learn to ask questions, find answers, and unlock their full potential.
STEM Programs at Talcott Mountain — Encourage learning year-round with Talcott’s Summer of STEM Adventures, and Saturday & School Vacation programs for students in grades K-8. Talcott’s carefully crafted programs spark your child’s innate sense of curiosity with hands-on experiments and creative learning inspired by science and our mountaintop campus. As a result, they’re fully engaged in the learning process which helps them develop their teamwork, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills. Ultimately, children realize that learning is fun, and they develop a love of learning that lasts a lifetime. Learn more about upcoming programs that will empower your child to reach new heights in their academic and personal growth!
What’s happening on the mountain
EARTH SCIENCE WEEK : HAPPY FOSSIL DAY! ๐ฆ๐ฆ
FUN FACT – Did you know that fossils donโt have to be bones? There are many types of fossils, from the typical dinosaur bones to petrified wood, bugs trapped in amber, and even poop! Here are a couple of our favorite fossil types:
Petrification – these fossils form when minerals slowly replace or fill in the spaces of the remains of plants and animals. These include things like dinosaur bones, mammoth teeth and petrified wood.
Carbonization – these fossils form when an organism dies and decays, leaving just a black carbon film behind on rocks.
Trace fossils – these are fossils of things that show us where and how organisms lived, such as footprints and poop.
Can you identify examples of each of these fossil types in the photos shown? Answers will be posted in the comments later today!
#EarthScienceWeek #STEMEducation #TalcottScience #FunFact
EARTH SCIENCE WEEK : HAPPY FOSSIL DAY! ๐ฆ๐ฆ
FUN FACT – Did you know that fossils donโt have to be bones? There are many types of fossils, from the typical dinosaur bones to petrified wood, bugs trapped in amber, and even poop! Here are a couple of our favorite fossil types:
Petrification – these fossils form when minerals slowly replace or fill in the spaces of the remains of plants and animals. These include things like dinosaur bones, mammoth teeth and petrified wood.
Carbonization – these fossils form when an organism dies and decays, leaving just a black carbon film behind on rocks.
Trace fossils – these are fossils of things that show us where and how organisms lived, such as footprints and poop.
Can you identify examples of each of these fossil types in the photos shown? Answers will be posted in the comments later today!
#EarthScienceWeek #STEMEducation #TalcottScience #FunFact
EARTH SCIENCE WEEK : NO CHILD LEFT INSIDE DAY!
๐ What better way to learn about the Earth than by exploring it firsthand? Nature walks are a great way to see how our planetโs elementsโair, water, rocks, and lifeโall work together! ๐ฑ
Here are some fun things to spot on your next adventure:
๐ Bugs under rocks show how life interacts with soil.
โ๏ธ Clouds and rain highlight the relationship between air and water.
๐ธ Animals in ponds show the connection between life and water.
๐ฟ Plants demonstrate how all four elementsโair, water, soil, and lifeโwork in harmony!
Get outside and start exploring! ๐ณ #EarthScienceWeek #TalcottScience #STEMEducation
EARTH SCIENCE WEEK : NO CHILD LEFT INSIDE DAY!
๐ What better way to learn about the Earth than by exploring it firsthand? Nature walks are a great way to see how our planetโs elementsโair, water, rocks, and lifeโall work together! ๐ฑ
Here are some fun things to spot on your next adventure:
๐ Bugs under rocks show how life interacts with soil.
โ๏ธ Clouds and rain highlight the relationship between air and water.
๐ธ Animals in ponds show the connection between life and water.
๐ฟ Plants demonstrate how all four elementsโair, water, soil, and lifeโwork in harmony!
Get outside and start exploring! ๐ณ #EarthScienceWeek #TalcottScience #STEMEducation
โจ EARTH SCIENCE WEEK – FUN FACT โจ: What do your body, a pencil, and an iPhone have in common? They all need minerals to work properly! ๐ชโ๏ธ๐ฑ
Minerals are solid, natural, inorganic substances that play a crucial role in our daily lives, from the iron in your blood ๐ฉธ to the gold in a semiconductor ๐ป. With over 5,000 unique minerals in the world, you donโt have to look far to find one!
One of the most common minerals on Earth is probably in your house right now! ๐ก Quartz is popular for its range of colors ๐ and its toughness ๐. You can find quartz in countertops, watch faces โ, or even decorative pieces like amethysts and geodes! ๐ชจ๐
#EarthScienceWeek #MineralsMatter #FunFact #TalcottScience #STEM
โจ EARTH SCIENCE WEEK – FUN FACT โจ: What do your body, a pencil, and an iPhone have in common? They all need minerals to work properly! ๐ชโ๏ธ๐ฑ
Minerals are solid, natural, inorganic substances that play a crucial role in our daily lives, from the iron in your blood ๐ฉธ to the gold in a semiconductor ๐ป. With over 5,000 unique minerals in the world, you donโt have to look far to find one!
One of the most common minerals on Earth is probably in your house right now! ๐ก Quartz is popular for its range of colors ๐ and its toughness ๐. You can find quartz in countertops, watch faces โ, or even decorative pieces like amethysts and geodes! ๐ชจ๐
#EarthScienceWeek #MineralsMatter #FunFact #TalcottScience #STEM
๐ Earth Science Week 2024 kicks off today! ๐
Join us all week as our amazing Earth Science Instructor, Kaitlyn Roberts, dives into the wonders of minerals, fossils, and so much more!
This yearโs theme is โEarth Science Everywhereโ, highlighting how Earth Science plays a role in our everyday lives. Stay tuned for fascinating facts, hands-on activities, and fun Earth Science discoveries you wonโt want to miss! ๐ฟ๐ก
#EarthScienceWeek #STEMEducation #DiscoverMore #TalcottScience
๐ Earth Science Week 2024 kicks off today! ๐
Join us all week as our amazing Earth Science Instructor, Kaitlyn Roberts, dives into the wonders of minerals, fossils, and so much more!
This yearโs theme is โEarth Science Everywhereโ, highlighting how Earth Science plays a role in our everyday lives. Stay tuned for fascinating facts, hands-on activities, and fun Earth Science discoveries you wonโt want to miss! ๐ฟ๐ก
#EarthScienceWeek #STEMEducation #DiscoverMore #TalcottScience
๐ What a fantastic week at Talcott Mountain Science Center & Academy! ๐
This week, our TMA students engaged in some exciting lessons as they classified organisms, developing their understanding of the living world around them. ๐ฆ๐ It was also great to get outside and study in natureโnothing beats hands-on learning under the sun and on the mountaintop! โฐโ๏ธ๐ณ
Additionally, we had a special visit from the Bloomfield Fire Department, who took the time to discuss important fire safety tips with our younger TMA students. Thank you to our local firefighters for their invaluable insights and for keeping our community safe! ๐๐ฅ
We hope everyone has a relaxing weekend and we canโt wait to see what next week brings! ๐โจ #SchoolWeekWrapUp #Learning #OutdoorEducation #FireSafety #TalcottMountainAcademy #talcottscience
๐ What a fantastic week at Talcott Mountain Science Center & Academy! ๐
This week, our TMA students engaged in some exciting lessons as they classified organisms, developing their understanding of the living world around them. ๐ฆ๐ It was also great to get outside and study in natureโnothing beats hands-on learning under the sun and on the mountaintop! โฐโ๏ธ๐ณ
Additionally, we had a special visit from the Bloomfield Fire Department, who took the time to discuss important fire safety tips with our younger TMA students. Thank you to our local firefighters for their invaluable insights and for keeping our community safe! ๐๐ฅ
We hope everyone has a relaxing weekend and we canโt wait to see what next week brings! ๐โจ #SchoolWeekWrapUp #Learning #OutdoorEducation #FireSafety #TalcottMountainAcademy #talcottscience
๐ TMA Students Make Their Voices Heard! ๐
Students at Talcott Mountain Academy experienced the excitement of election season by participating in their very own student council election last week! After weeks of campaigning by many of their classmates, students were excited to finally enter the TMA Voting Hall to cast their ballots for the 2024/25 Student Council Officers and Suite Representatives. After their votes were cast, students received an "I Voted" sticker that many proudly displayed for the rest of the day. Everyone was thrilled to come together for this event and have their voices be heard! ๐ณ๏ธ
Thank you to all who participated and helped make this election a memorable experience; and congratulations to the winners who represent our 2024/25 Student Council Officers & Leadership Team:
๐ President: Arya
๐ Vice President: Kwabena
๐ Secretary: Raji
๐ Character Counts Representative: Sheldon
๐ Suites A & B Representative: Penelope
๐ Suites I & II Representative: Anya
๐ Suite III, IV & V Representative: Nikhil
Each role is essential for fostering school spirit, organizing events, and voicing student concerns. We encourage all interested students to get involved, showcase your leadership skills, and share your ideas for upcoming school events! ๐ชโจ
#Leadership #SchoolSpirit #getinvolved #talcottscience #TalcottMountainAcademy #GoOutAndVote
๐ TMA Students Make Their Voices Heard! ๐
Students at Talcott Mountain Academy experienced the excitement of election season by participating in their very own student council election last week! After weeks of campaigning by many of their classmates, students were excited to finally enter the TMA Voting Hall to cast their ballots for the 2024/25 Student Council Officers and Suite Representatives. After their votes were cast, students received an "I Voted" sticker that many proudly displayed for the rest of the day. Everyone was thrilled to come together for this event and have their voices be heard! ๐ณ๏ธ
Thank you to all who participated and helped make this election a memorable experience; and congratulations to the winners who represent our 2024/25 Student Council Officers & Leadership Team:
๐ President: Arya
๐ Vice President: Kwabena
๐ Secretary: Raji
๐ Character Counts Representative: Sheldon
๐ Suites A & B Representative: Penelope
๐ Suites I & II Representative: Anya
๐ Suite III, IV & V Representative: Nikhil
Each role is essential for fostering school spirit, organizing events, and voicing student concerns. We encourage all interested students to get involved, showcase your leadership skills, and share your ideas for upcoming school events! ๐ชโจ
#Leadership #SchoolSpirit #getinvolved #talcottscience #TalcottMountainAcademy #GoOutAndVote
๐ฟโจ Upper suite students had an incredible trip to UConn! They explored the Biodiversity Research Collections, getting a fascinating behind-the-scenes look at how specimens are prepared and storedโeverything from tapeworms in jars to stuffed owls and jaguar skulls! ๐ฆ๐
In the Botanical Conservatory, they went on a scavenger hunt to discover amazing plant adaptations. ๐ฑ๐
And of course, no trip is complete without a stop at the famous UConn Dairy Bar for some delicious ice cream! ๐ฆ Plus, we got to visit some friendly cows! ๐
What a fantastic day of learning and fun! #UConnTrip #Biodiversity #NatureLovers #TalcottMountainAcademy #STEAM #talcottscience
๐ฟโจ Upper suite students had an incredible trip to UConn! They explored the Biodiversity Research Collections, getting a fascinating behind-the-scenes look at how specimens are prepared and storedโeverything from tapeworms in jars to stuffed owls and jaguar skulls! ๐ฆ๐
In the Botanical Conservatory, they went on a scavenger hunt to discover amazing plant adaptations. ๐ฑ๐
And of course, no trip is complete without a stop at the famous UConn Dairy Bar for some delicious ice cream! ๐ฆ Plus, we got to visit some friendly cows! ๐
What a fantastic day of learning and fun! #UConnTrip #Biodiversity #NatureLovers #TalcottMountainAcademy #STEAM #talcottscience
๐ Happy World Teachersโ Day! ๐
Today, we honor all teachers around the world for the incredible work they do every day! From sparking curiosity to shaping young minds, teachers are the foundation of knowledge, creativity, and innovation. ๐๐ก
A special shoutout to our amazing educators at Talcott Mountain Science Center & Academyโthank you for going above and beyond to inspire our students through hands-on learning and inquiry-based STEM education. Your passion and dedication are helping to shape the future of science, technology, and beyond!
To all teachersโyour hard work makes a difference, and we appreciate you! Letโs celebrate the educators who inspire, empower, and guide us all. ๐๐
Drop a comment below to show your appreciation for the incredible teachers in your life! ๐
#WorldTeachersDay #ThankYouTeachers #TalcottMountainAcademy #STEMEducation #InspireTomorrow
๐ Happy World Teachersโ Day! ๐
Today, we honor all teachers around the world for the incredible work they do every day! From sparking curiosity to shaping young minds, teachers are the foundation of knowledge, creativity, and innovation. ๐๐ก
A special shoutout to our amazing educators at Talcott Mountain Science Center & Academyโthank you for going above and beyond to inspire our students through hands-on learning and inquiry-based STEM education. Your passion and dedication are helping to shape the future of science, technology, and beyond!
To all teachersโyour hard work makes a difference, and we appreciate you! Letโs celebrate the educators who inspire, empower, and guide us all. ๐๐
Drop a comment below to show your appreciation for the incredible teachers in your life! ๐
#WorldTeachersDay #ThankYouTeachers #TalcottMountainAcademy #STEMEducation #InspireTomorrow