Inspiring today’s children
to invent tomorrow
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
🍂✨ Our Fall Homeschool programs wrapped up this week, and what an amazing time we had learning alongside our homeschool students! 🚀 If you’re interested, be sure to sign up for our Spring Homeschool programs—spots fill up quickly! Registration opens this winter.
Homeschooling opens the door to limitless educational possibilities, and at Talcott Mountain Science Center, we`re dedicated to enriching that journey. Our multi-week, half-day programs are designed to provide your child with an immersive, hands-on STEM experience that goes beyond traditional learning.
Let’s make learning an adventure together! 🌟📚 #Homeschool #STEM #TalcottMountainScienceCenter #TalcottScience #LearningTogether #Collaboration #STEM #HandsOnLearning
🍂✨ Our Fall Homeschool programs wrapped up this week, and what an amazing time we had learning alongside our homeschool students! 🚀 If you’re interested, be sure to sign up for our Spring Homeschool programs—spots fill up quickly! Registration opens this winter.
Homeschooling opens the door to limitless educational possibilities, and at Talcott Mountain Science Center, we`re dedicated to enriching that journey. Our multi-week, half-day programs are designed to provide your child with an immersive, hands-on STEM experience that goes beyond traditional learning.
Let’s make learning an adventure together! 🌟📚 #Homeschool #STEM #TalcottMountainScienceCenter #TalcottScience #LearningTogether #Collaboration #STEM #HandsOnLearning
CALLING ALL TALCOTT ALUMS — It’s official! Talcott Mountain Science Center & Academy is happy to announce the formation of the TMSCA Alumni Association. We hope you will get involved, connect with current and former students, and attend alumni events. PLEASE TAKE A COUPLE OF MINUTES to let us know how you want to be involved and help us keep in touch by completing our SHORT TMSCA Alumni Survey. Link in bio. THANK YOU!!! 🙏
CALLING ALL TALCOTT ALUMS — It’s official! Talcott Mountain Science Center & Academy is happy to announce the formation of the TMSCA Alumni Association. We hope you will get involved, connect with current and former students, and attend alumni events. PLEASE TAKE A COUPLE OF MINUTES to let us know how you want to be involved and help us keep in touch by completing our SHORT TMSCA Alumni Survey. Link in bio. THANK YOU!!! 🙏
🎃👻 Happy Halloween from Talcott Mountain Science Center & Academy! Our students had an absolute blast celebrating today with trunk or treat, yard games, s`mores, candy, and even the chance to pie a teacher in the face! 🍰😂 A big shoutout to Ms. Marye for being such a good sport!
Everyone looked fantastic in their costumes, and we couldn’t have done it without your support. Thank you to everyone who helped make this celebration so memorable! Especially our TMA student council. 🧡✨ #HappyHalloween #TalcottMountain #TrunkOrTreat #TalcottMountainScienceCenter #TalcottScience
🎃👻 Happy Halloween from Talcott Mountain Science Center & Academy! Our students had an absolute blast celebrating today with trunk or treat, yard games, s`mores, candy, and even the chance to pie a teacher in the face! 🍰😂 A big shoutout to Ms. Marye for being such a good sport!
Everyone looked fantastic in their costumes, and we couldn’t have done it without your support. Thank you to everyone who helped make this celebration so memorable! Especially our TMA student council. 🧡✨ #HappyHalloween #TalcottMountain #TrunkOrTreat #TalcottMountainScienceCenter #TalcottScience
🌟 Exciting Meeting Alert! 🌟
Florian Carle, Managing Director of the Yale Quantum Institute, recently met with Jay White, Director of Science & Innovation at Talcott Mountain Science Center & Academy. They had a great conversation about their amazing institutions and brainstormed potential collaborations!
Yale Quantum Institute is a leader in quantum computing research and education, blending art and science in their programs. Meanwhile, TMSCA is dedicated to hands-on STEM learning and is always looking for ways to expand its students` experiences beyond the classroom.
Stay tuned for what’s next! 🚀✨
https://quantuminstitute.yale.edu/
#TalcottScience #LearningTogether #STEM #Quantum #Collaboration
🌟 Exciting Meeting Alert! 🌟
Florian Carle, Managing Director of the Yale Quantum Institute, recently met with Jay White, Director of Science & Innovation at Talcott Mountain Science Center & Academy. They had a great conversation about their amazing institutions and brainstormed potential collaborations!
Yale Quantum Institute is a leader in quantum computing research and education, blending art and science in their programs. Meanwhile, TMSCA is dedicated to hands-on STEM learning and is always looking for ways to expand its students` experiences beyond the classroom.
Stay tuned for what’s next! 🚀✨
https://quantuminstitute.yale.edu/
#TalcottScience #LearningTogether #STEM #Quantum #Collaboration
🍂✨ TMA Weekly Wrap Up: Exciting hands-on learning in Suites 1 & 2! ✨🍂
Our TMA students collected and identified beautiful fall leaves, then fixed them to a board and wrapped it in tin foil. After spray painting the foil black, they used steel wool to burnish it, revealing the stunning leaf impressions underneath. The final product beautifully mimics the art of “Repousse,” a fascinating metalworking technique. What a fantastic way to explore nature and art! 🌿🎨 #FallArt #CreativeLearning #RepousseArt #TalcottScience #HandsOnLearning #STEMEducation
🍂✨ TMA Weekly Wrap Up: Exciting hands-on learning in Suites 1 & 2! ✨🍂
Our TMA students collected and identified beautiful fall leaves, then fixed them to a board and wrapped it in tin foil. After spray painting the foil black, they used steel wool to burnish it, revealing the stunning leaf impressions underneath. The final product beautifully mimics the art of “Repousse,” a fascinating metalworking technique. What a fantastic way to explore nature and art! 🌿🎨 #FallArt #CreativeLearning #RepousseArt #TalcottScience #HandsOnLearning #STEMEducation
🌟 TMSC Faculty Spotlight: Meet Lavinia Southam! 🌟
We’re excited to introduce Lavinia Southam, one of our amazing Suite B teachers here at Talcott Mountain Science Center & Academy! Mrs. Southam has a passion for teaching hands-on science, especially when it comes to Science Fair & Invention Convention projects. She loves working alongside her students to discover new ideas, build super inventions, and create some seriously fun (and messy!) experiments! 🔬💡
One of her favorite parts about teaching at Talcott? “Working with eager, curious, creative students and using our beautiful mountaintop campus for exciting, fun lessons.”
Mrs. Southam’s advice for young science lovers? “Believe in yourself, keep trying even if things don’t work out at first, think outside the box even if others question your unique perspective—and most importantly, have fun!”
Here’s a fun fact: Mrs. Southam has been rock climbing for over 50 years and has climbed in at least five different countries! 🧗♀️
Oh, and did we mention she’s an animal lover? Mrs. Southam has three cats and a dog names Maisie. Over the years, her home has also been filled with chickens, a gecko, and fish.🐥🐟
Give a shoutout to Mrs. Southam in the comments and let her know how much we appreciate her dedication and enthusiasm for science education! 💙
#TeacherSpotlight #TalcottScience #STEMEducation #HandsOnLearning #AnimalLover #ScienceIsFun
🌟 TMSC Faculty Spotlight: Meet Lavinia Southam! 🌟
We’re excited to introduce Lavinia Southam, one of our amazing Suite B teachers here at Talcott Mountain Science Center & Academy! Mrs. Southam has a passion for teaching hands-on science, especially when it comes to Science Fair & Invention Convention projects. She loves working alongside her students to discover new ideas, build super inventions, and create some seriously fun (and messy!) experiments! 🔬💡
One of her favorite parts about teaching at Talcott? “Working with eager, curious, creative students and using our beautiful mountaintop campus for exciting, fun lessons.”
Mrs. Southam’s advice for young science lovers? “Believe in yourself, keep trying even if things don’t work out at first, think outside the box even if others question your unique perspective—and most importantly, have fun!”
Here’s a fun fact: Mrs. Southam has been rock climbing for over 50 years and has climbed in at least five different countries! 🧗♀️
Oh, and did we mention she’s an animal lover? Mrs. Southam has three cats and a dog names Maisie. Over the years, her home has also been filled with chickens, a gecko, and fish.🐥🐟
Give a shoutout to Mrs. Southam in the comments and let her know how much we appreciate her dedication and enthusiasm for science education! 💙
#TeacherSpotlight #TalcottScience #STEMEducation #HandsOnLearning #AnimalLover #ScienceIsFun
🌍🍂 Exciting Learning Adventures at Talcott Mountain Science Center! 🍂🌍
Last week, our students dove deep into the wonders of the Earth’s movement around the sun! We explored why the seasons change here in the Northeast, conducting a mini lab to understand how the Earth`s tilt affects more than just temperature.
Our nature study continues this week as we’ll tackle some intriguing questions: “Why do the leaves change color in the fall?” and “How do plants make oxygen for us to breathe?”
In Language Arts, we wrapped up our Symbolism Islands/Planets project. Students took turns giving imaginative tours of their islands—using our school as inspiration! These tours will enhance their writing as they prepare to share their creative ideas.
Stay tuned for more updates on our learning journey! 🌟📚🍃
#ScienceInAction #LanguageArts #SeasonsChange #LearningTogether #TalcottScience #STEM #STEMEducation
🌍🍂 Exciting Learning Adventures at Talcott Mountain Science Center! 🍂🌍
Last week, our students dove deep into the wonders of the Earth’s movement around the sun! We explored why the seasons change here in the Northeast, conducting a mini lab to understand how the Earth`s tilt affects more than just temperature.
Our nature study continues this week as we’ll tackle some intriguing questions: “Why do the leaves change color in the fall?” and “How do plants make oxygen for us to breathe?”
In Language Arts, we wrapped up our Symbolism Islands/Planets project. Students took turns giving imaginative tours of their islands—using our school as inspiration! These tours will enhance their writing as they prepare to share their creative ideas.
Stay tuned for more updates on our learning journey! 🌟📚🍃
#ScienceInAction #LanguageArts #SeasonsChange #LearningTogether #TalcottScience #STEM #STEMEducation