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
🍂✨ 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
📚 TMA NEWS: Farewell to our beloved teacher, Mr. Cavett. His passion for history and social studies inspired us all. Thank you for your dedication and the countless lessons you shared. You will be missed! He finished teaching at Talcott Mountain this week but will always be part of the Talcott Family.🌟 #LegacyOfLearning #TalcottScience #STEM #STEMEducation
📚 TMA NEWS: Farewell to our beloved teacher, Mr. Cavett. His passion for history and social studies inspired us all. Thank you for your dedication and the countless lessons you shared. You will be missed! He finished teaching at Talcott Mountain this week but will always be part of the Talcott Family.🌟 #LegacyOfLearning #TalcottScience #STEM #STEMEducation
EARTH SCIENCE WEEK : GEOSCIENCE FOR EVERYONE DAY 🌎
You don’t have to be a scientist to appreciate Earth Science! Everyone benefits from the discoveries and processes of Earth Science. Here are some ways you likely experience geoscience without even realizing! 👩🏻🔬
Cell phones – the gold that is used in the microprocessors in your phone is mined from the Earth. 📱
Radiation – in the stratosphere, the ozone layer absorbs most of the harmful radiation from the Sun, allowing us to go outside on sunny days! 🌞
Water – understanding how and where rivers flood contributes to home building plans and insurance rates.🏘️
Salt – if you enjoy salt on your french fries, or the way a pinch of salt can enhance the flavors in a soup, then you benefit from the geological processes that form salt deposits.🧂
🌍🔬 Earth Science doesn’t end here! Dive deeper with us this spring and summer. Check out our programs calendar at TalcottScience.org for hands-on science experiences you won’t want to miss! 🌱✨ #ScienceForEveryone #ExploreNature #TalcottScience #STEMEducation #EarthScienceWeek #STEM #DiscoverMore
EARTH SCIENCE WEEK : GEOSCIENCE FOR EVERYONE DAY 🌎
You don’t have to be a scientist to appreciate Earth Science! Everyone benefits from the discoveries and processes of Earth Science. Here are some ways you likely experience geoscience without even realizing! 👩🏻🔬
Cell phones – the gold that is used in the microprocessors in your phone is mined from the Earth. 📱
Radiation – in the stratosphere, the ozone layer absorbs most of the harmful radiation from the Sun, allowing us to go outside on sunny days! 🌞
Water – understanding how and where rivers flood contributes to home building plans and insurance rates.🏘️
Salt – if you enjoy salt on your french fries, or the way a pinch of salt can enhance the flavors in a soup, then you benefit from the geological processes that form salt deposits.🧂
🌍🔬 Earth Science doesn’t end here! Dive deeper with us this spring and summer. Check out our programs calendar at TalcottScience.org for hands-on science experiences you won’t want to miss! 🌱✨ #ScienceForEveryone #ExploreNature #TalcottScience #STEMEducation #EarthScienceWeek #STEM #DiscoverMore
EARTH SCIENCE WEEK : HAPPY FOSSIL DAY! 🦖🦖
FUN FACT – Did you know that fossils don’t 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! 🦖🦖
FUN FACT – Did you know that fossils don’t 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!
🌍 What better way to learn about the Earth than by exploring it firsthand? Nature walks are a great way to see how our planet’s elements—air, water, rocks, and life—all work together! 🌱
Here are some fun things to spot on your next adventure:
🐜 Bugs under rocks show how life interacts with soil.
☁️ Clouds and rain highlight the relationship between air and water.
🐸 Animals in ponds show the connection between life and water.
🌿 Plants demonstrate how all four elements—air, water, soil, and life—work in harmony!
Get outside and start exploring! 🌳 #EarthScienceWeek #TalcottScience #STEMEducation
EARTH SCIENCE WEEK : NO CHILD LEFT INSIDE DAY!
🌍 What better way to learn about the Earth than by exploring it firsthand? Nature walks are a great way to see how our planet’s elements—air, water, rocks, and life—all work together! 🌱
Here are some fun things to spot on your next adventure:
🐜 Bugs under rocks show how life interacts with soil.
☁️ Clouds and rain highlight the relationship between air and water.
🐸 Animals in ponds show the connection between life and water.
🌿 Plants demonstrate how all four elements—air, water, soil, and life—work in harmony!
Get outside and start exploring! 🌳 #EarthScienceWeek #TalcottScience #STEMEducation
✨ EARTH SCIENCE WEEK – FUN FACT ✨: What do your body, a pencil, and an iPhone have in common? They all need minerals to work properly! 💪✏️📱
Minerals are solid, natural, inorganic substances that play a crucial role in our daily lives, from the iron in your blood 🩸 to the gold in a semiconductor 💻. With over 5,000 unique minerals in the world, you don’t have to look far to find one!
One of the most common minerals on Earth is probably in your house right now! 🏡 Quartz is popular for its range of colors 🌈 and its toughness 💎. You can find quartz in countertops, watch faces ⌚, or even decorative pieces like amethysts and geodes! 🪨💜
#EarthScienceWeek #MineralsMatter #FunFact #TalcottScience #STEM
✨ EARTH SCIENCE WEEK – FUN FACT ✨: What do your body, a pencil, and an iPhone have in common? They all need minerals to work properly! 💪✏️📱
Minerals are solid, natural, inorganic substances that play a crucial role in our daily lives, from the iron in your blood 🩸 to the gold in a semiconductor 💻. With over 5,000 unique minerals in the world, you don’t have to look far to find one!
One of the most common minerals on Earth is probably in your house right now! 🏡 Quartz is popular for its range of colors 🌈 and its toughness 💎. You can find quartz in countertops, watch faces ⌚, or even decorative pieces like amethysts and geodes! 🪨💜
#EarthScienceWeek #MineralsMatter #FunFact #TalcottScience #STEM