Tag: talcottscience
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Marine Science for Homeschoolers | Ages 9-12
From coral reefs to the deep sea to nearby Long Island Sound – there is so much of the ocean to explore! You will learn about geology, watersheds, tides, sea monsters, shells, and even dissect some squid. The last day will be a field trip to Hammonasset Beach State Park for a visit to Meig’s…
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Roundtable Discussion with TMSCA Leadership Team
Calling all Talcott Mountain Science Center & Academy alumni and alumni parents! We invite you to join us for a special roundtable discussion with the TMSCA Leadership Team, including Jeff Martin (Executive Director), Dr. Kenneth Wright (TMA Dean), Dr. Jay White (Director of Science & Innovation), and Christine Buhler (Director of Development & Marketing). This…
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Under One Roof: The Exhibit
Visit the Chase Family Gallery at the Mandell Jewish Community Center for the Grand Opening Celebration of ‘Under One Roof: Resilience’. This community project aims to bring together diverse people, organizations, and ideas “Under One Roof” and collectively exhibit works of art prepared by participating organizations based on the theme. Under the direction of TMA’s…
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3D Printing | Gr. 3-5
In 3D Printing | Gr. 3-5: 3D printers have opened up a world of do-it-yourself design and manufacturing, from game pieces to prosthetic arms. Using CAD programs and our suite of Prusa printers, you’ll be able to design and print your very own gadgets and 3D models to take home! School might be out for…
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LEGO® Science | Gr. K-2
In LEGO® Science | Gr. K-2: From cars to catapults, from motors to robots, you can explore science and technology with LEGO®. Bring your creativity as you compete in challenges to create bridges, towers, and other contraptions. There is a world of possibilities when using LEGO® bricks! School might be out for summer, but learning…
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Robotics: SPIKE Prime | Gr. 3-5
In Robotics: SPIKE Prime | Gr. 3-5: If you love robotics, this is the program for you! Assemble and program LEGO® SPIKE robots to tackle a variety of contests and challenges. Teamwork, perseverance, and programming skills will all be put to the test. School might be out for summer, but learning never stops at the…
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LEGO® Science | Gr. K-2
In LEGO® Science | Gr. K-2: From cars to catapults, from motors to robots, you can explore science and technology with LEGO®. Bring your creativity as you compete in challenges to create bridges, towers, and other contraptions. There is a world of possibilities when using LEGO® bricks! School might be out for summer, but learning…
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Robotics: SPIKE Prime | Gr. 3-5
In Robotics: SPIKE Prime | Gr. 3-5: If you love robotics, this is the program for you! Assemble and program LEGO® SPIKE robots to tackle a variety of contests and challenges. Teamwork, perseverance, and programming skills will all be put to the test. School might be out for summer, but learning never stops at the…
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Nature Collecting | Gr. 6-8
In Nature Collecting | Gr. 6-8: Learn how to find and catalogue nature like a real scientist! Using museum standards, you’ll spend the week creating an herbarium collection and an insect collection. On our mountaintop campus you will find plants and insects – and back in the lab you’ll identify, preserve, and label them. Includes…
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Geocaching: Treasure Hunt | Gr. 3-5
In Geocaching: Treasure Hunt | Gr. 3-5: Geocaching is high-tech hide-and-seek, a modern scavenger hunt. There are hidden treasures waiting to be found in mountains, forests, cities, and parks near you! Around the world, teams have hidden “caches” of items, and it is your job to find them. Learn GPS, create your own caches, and…