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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
TMA Weekly Wrap-Up: A Week of Music, Kindness, and Creativity! ๐ถ๐ฆ
This week at TMA, weโve been busy preparing for our Annual Winter Concert, where our talented students practiced in their string quartets to bring you a performance you wonโt forget. Alongside the concert, weโre excited to host our Book Fair and Art Show, making it a celebration of creativity in every form. Stay tuned โ pictures from the concert will be shared next week!
In alignment with our ongoing 2024-2025 Character Counts program, this weekโs focus was on Kindness. ๐
Our students truly embodied this value, taking part in several meaningful activities:
โ๏ธ Letter Writing: Students wrote heartfelt letters to their favorite teachers, expressing gratitude and appreciation.
๐ค Building Friendships: They reached out to others to strengthen connections and spread kindness within our school community.
๐ฆ Thankful Turkeys: As a special end-of-week project, students created their own โThankful Turkeys,โ and fellow classmates added feathers of kindness to each one โ a beautiful reminder of the power of kindness and gratitude!
As we continue this school year, we are so proud of our students for embracing the core values of being Kind, Helpful, Responsible, Perseverant, and Respectful. Here`s to a fantastic week of growth, connection, and creative expression! ๐จ๐ป
#TMAWeeklyWrapUp #KindnessMatters #CharacterCounts #WinterConcert #Gratitude #CreativeCommunity #ThankfulTurkeys #TalcottMountainAcademy #TalcottMountain #TalcottScience #TalcottMountainScienceCenter
TMA Weekly Wrap-Up: A Week of Music, Kindness, and Creativity! ๐ถ๐ฆ
This week at TMA, weโve been busy preparing for our Annual Winter Concert, where our talented students practiced in their string quartets to bring you a performance you wonโt forget. Alongside the concert, weโre excited to host our Book Fair and Art Show, making it a celebration of creativity in every form. Stay tuned โ pictures from the concert will be shared next week!
In alignment with our ongoing 2024-2025 Character Counts program, this weekโs focus was on Kindness. ๐
Our students truly embodied this value, taking part in several meaningful activities:
โ๏ธ Letter Writing: Students wrote heartfelt letters to their favorite teachers, expressing gratitude and appreciation.
๐ค Building Friendships: They reached out to others to strengthen connections and spread kindness within our school community.
๐ฆ Thankful Turkeys: As a special end-of-week project, students created their own โThankful Turkeys,โ and fellow classmates added feathers of kindness to each one โ a beautiful reminder of the power of kindness and gratitude!
As we continue this school year, we are so proud of our students for embracing the core values of being Kind, Helpful, Responsible, Perseverant, and Respectful. Here`s to a fantastic week of growth, connection, and creative expression! ๐จ๐ป
#TMAWeeklyWrapUp #KindnessMatters #CharacterCounts #WinterConcert #Gratitude #CreativeCommunity #ThankfulTurkeys #TalcottMountainAcademy #TalcottMountain #TalcottScience #TalcottMountainScienceCenter
๐ข Today, our Talcott Mountain Academy students cast their votes for the next CT Kid Governor! ๐ They joined kids across the state in this unique program, learning the importance of civic responsibility and making their voices heard. After watching videos from all the incredible finalists, our students got to consider each candidate`s platform and vision, gaining valuable insights into leadership, responsibility, and the democratic process. ๐ณ๏ธโจ
Weโre proud to support programs like #CTKidGovernor that empower young leaders and inspire our students to become engaged, informed citizens. Great job to all the candidates, and good luck! ๐ #FutureLeaders #CivicEducation #TalcottMountainAcademy #CTKGvotes2024
๐ข Today, our Talcott Mountain Academy students cast their votes for the next CT Kid Governor! ๐ They joined kids across the state in this unique program, learning the importance of civic responsibility and making their voices heard. After watching videos from all the incredible finalists, our students got to consider each candidate`s platform and vision, gaining valuable insights into leadership, responsibility, and the democratic process. ๐ณ๏ธโจ
Weโre proud to support programs like #CTKidGovernor that empower young leaders and inspire our students to become engaged, informed citizens. Great job to all the candidates, and good luck! ๐ #FutureLeaders #CivicEducation #TalcottMountainAcademy #CTKGvotes2024
๐บ๐ธ Happy Veterans Day 2024 ๐บ๐ธ
This morning, students and faculty at Talcott Mountain Science Center & Academy had the privilege of welcoming two extraordinary individuals: Stephen Hunt, Army Specialist and Abrams Tank Driver, and Charlie Zaorski, Commander of the Avon American Legion Post 201. Together, we gathered to commemorate Veteran`s Day and to honor the brave men and women who have selflessly served our country.
We extend our deepest gratitude to all veterans who have made countless sacrifices to protect our freedoms. Special thanks to our very own Math teacher, Anne Ouellette, Lieutenant, US Navy, for her unwavering courage and dedication. Herr service continues to inspire us every day.
To all the veterans in our community and across the nationโthank you for your service, your sacrifice, and your commitment to preserving the freedoms we hold dear. ๐
Let us all take a moment today to reflect on their contributions and the importance of supporting and uplifting our veterans. ๐บ๐ธ #VeteransDay #ThankYouVeterans #HeroesAmongUs #TalcottMountain #TalcottMountainScienceCenter #TalcottScience #HandsOnLearning
๐บ๐ธ Happy Veterans Day 2024 ๐บ๐ธ
This morning, students and faculty at Talcott Mountain Science Center & Academy had the privilege of welcoming two extraordinary individuals: Stephen Hunt, Army Specialist and Abrams Tank Driver, and Charlie Zaorski, Commander of the Avon American Legion Post 201. Together, we gathered to commemorate Veteran`s Day and to honor the brave men and women who have selflessly served our country.
We extend our deepest gratitude to all veterans who have made countless sacrifices to protect our freedoms. Special thanks to our very own Math teacher, Anne Ouellette, Lieutenant, US Navy, for her unwavering courage and dedication. Herr service continues to inspire us every day.
To all the veterans in our community and across the nationโthank you for your service, your sacrifice, and your commitment to preserving the freedoms we hold dear. ๐
Let us all take a moment today to reflect on their contributions and the importance of supporting and uplifting our veterans. ๐บ๐ธ #VeteransDay #ThankYouVeterans #HeroesAmongUs #TalcottMountain #TalcottMountainScienceCenter #TalcottScience #HandsOnLearning
๐โจ Our Fall Homeschool programs wrapped up this week, and what an amazing time we had learning alongside our homeschool students! ๐ If youโre interested, be sure to sign up for our Spring Homeschool programsโspots 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.
Letโs make learning an adventure together! ๐๐ #Homeschool #STEM #TalcottMountainScienceCenter #TalcottScience #LearningTogether #Collaboration #STEM #HandsOnLearning
๐โจ Our Fall Homeschool programs wrapped up this week, and what an amazing time we had learning alongside our homeschool students! ๐ If youโre interested, be sure to sign up for our Spring Homeschool programsโspots 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.
Letโs make learning an adventure together! ๐๐ #Homeschool #STEM #TalcottMountainScienceCenter #TalcottScience #LearningTogether #Collaboration #STEM #HandsOnLearning
CALLING ALL TALCOTT ALUMS โ Itโs 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!!! ๐
CALLING ALL TALCOTT ALUMS โ Itโs 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!!! ๐
๐๐ป 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! ๐ฐ๐ A big shoutout to Ms. Marye for being such a good sport!
Everyone looked fantastic in their costumes, and we couldnโt have done it without your support. Thank you to everyone who helped make this celebration so memorable! Especially our TMA student council. ๐งกโจ #HappyHalloween #TalcottMountain #TrunkOrTreat #TalcottMountainScienceCenter #TalcottScience
๐๐ป 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! ๐ฐ๐ A big shoutout to Ms. Marye for being such a good sport!
Everyone looked fantastic in their costumes, and we couldnโt have done it without your support. Thank you to everyone who helped make this celebration so memorable! Especially our TMA student council. ๐งกโจ #HappyHalloween #TalcottMountain #TrunkOrTreat #TalcottMountainScienceCenter #TalcottScience
๐ Exciting Meeting Alert! ๐
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 whatโs next! ๐โจ
https://quantuminstitute.yale.edu/
#TalcottScience #LearningTogether #STEM #Quantum #Collaboration
๐ Exciting Meeting Alert! ๐
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 whatโs next! ๐โจ
https://quantuminstitute.yale.edu/
#TalcottScience #LearningTogether #STEM #Quantum #Collaboration