Current Voices: High School Summer STEAM Academy

• Interdisciplinary Learning: Combines environmental science, history, psychology, and the humanities.
• Hands-On Field Experiences: River exploration, water-quality testing, conservation site visits, and a community river clean-up project.
• Creative Expression: Workshops in poetry, storytelling, folklore, nature writing, photography, and personal narrative.
• Community Partnerships: Learn from scientists, historians, museum educators, and local environmental organizations.
• College Readiness: Confidence-building sessions on college preparation and academic pathways.
• Student Showcase: End-of-week collaborative presentations for families and community partners.

Day 1 – Science & Storytelling Foundations

• River biology and water-quality exploration
• Introduction to nature writing and environmental humanities

Day 2 – Cycles, History, and Culture

• Natural cycles and historic waterways
• Creative workshops exploring psychology, culture, and identity

Day 3 – Applied Learning & Community Engagement

• River clean-up project
• Museum-led sessions and workshops in folklore and personal writing

Day 4 – Expanding Skills & College Readiness

• Forensics and plant biology activities
• Nature photography workshop
• College-readiness and confidence-building session

Day 5 – Conservation & Celebration

• Conservation site visits
• Collaborative showcase preparation
• Final presentations for families and community partners