From the Mountaintop Blog

  • Talcott Mountain Research Institute: Building What’s Next

    Talcott Mountain Research Institute: Building What’s Next

    This article is an excerpt from the Winter 2026 Talcott Continuum newsletter. Download the full newsletter. Last fall, we announced the launch of the Talcott Mountain Research Institute (TMRI). Today, we are pleased to share that the vision is already taking shape in meaningful and exciting ways. TMRI 2026 Summer Program Applications are now open…

  • Curiosity in Action: TMA Science Fair 2026

    Curiosity in Action: TMA Science Fair 2026

    This article is an excerpt from the Winter 2026 Talcott Continuum newsletter. Download the full newsletter. Talcott Mountain Academy (TMA) students brought energy and creativity to the annual Science Fair on Wednesday, February 4, 2026. Across every grade, they showcased careful observation, creative problem-solving, and hands-on experimentation. Projects spanned chemistry, life science, earth science, social…

  • Introducing New Members of the Talcott Team

    Introducing New Members of the Talcott Team

    This article is an excerpt from the Winter 2026 Talcott Continuum newsletter. Download the full newsletter. Talcott Mountain Science Center, Academy, & Research Institute is excited to welcome three new members to our team this year. Each brings unique skills and experiences to support our students, families, and staff. Get to know Lia, Peyton, and…

  • The Mountain in Winter, The Mission in Motion

    The Mountain in Winter, The Mission in Motion

    This article is an excerpt from the Winter 2026 Talcott Continuum newsletter. Download the full newsletter. There is a unique stillness that has settled over our campus this winter. While the view from the top of Talcott Mountain is usually our hallmark, those of you local to  our region know that the ridgeline is currently tucked…

  • Talcott Mountain Research Institute Announces 2026 Faculty Research Mentors

    Talcott Mountain Research Institute Announces 2026 Faculty Research Mentors

    The Talcott Mountain Research Institute (TMRI) has announced the Faculty Research Mentors for its inaugural Summer Program in 2026. The TMRI Summer Program is a four-week, immersive research experience for advanced high school students who are eager to engage deeply with STEM disciplines through mentored research.  “Part of TMRI’s mission is to create an environment…

  • Talcott Mountain Science Center, Academy & Research Institute Welcomes Dr. Ashley Y. Carpenter to Its Board

    Talcott Mountain Science Center, Academy & Research Institute Welcomes Dr. Ashley Y. Carpenter to Its Board

    Talcott Mountain Science Center, Academy & Research Institute (Talcott) is pleased to announce the appointment of a new member to its Board of Trustees: Dr. Ashley Y. Carpenter. She joined the Board in August 2025 and brings exceptional expertise, leadership, and passion to advance Talcott’s mission as a pioneering STEM institution where education, research, and…

  • Announcing the Talcott Mountain Research Institute

    Announcing the Talcott Mountain Research Institute

    Talcott Mountain Science Center & Academy (TMSCA) is proud to announce the launch of the Talcott Mountain Research Institute (TMRI). This new initiative builds on nearly sixty years of inspiring curiosity and advancing STEM education for kindergarten through 8th grade learners, expanding our mission into high school and professional research. TMRI will serve as a…

  • A New Year, A Renewed Mission

    A New Year, A Renewed Mission

    This article is an excerpt from the Fall 2025 Talcott Continuum newsletter. Download the full newsletter. On the morning of September 2, the buses rumbled up our bumpy mountain road, bringing Talcott Mountain Academy students to their first day of the new school year.  More than a few of our students were grinning from ear…

  • A Day of Discovery at the 7th Annual BioBlitz

    A Day of Discovery at the 7th Annual BioBlitz

    The Talcott Mountain campus was alive with discovery as students, teachers, and volunteers gathered on Friday, September 12, for the Academy’s 7th Annual BioBlitz. The daylong event offered an exploration of the rich biodiversity surrounding our mountaintop home.   “BioBlitz allowed us to step outside the classroom and apply our knowledge through a fun and…

  • Science by the Shore at Hammonasset Beach

    Science by the Shore at Hammonasset Beach

    Academy students in grades 5 through 8 joined their science teachers, Dr. Z, Mrs. Roberts, and Ms. Marye, for a memorable day of outdoor learning and exploration at Meigs Point in Hammonasset Beach State Park on Friday, September 25. The adventure began with a hike along the Moraine Trail, where students learned about the geology…