STEM Journey V: What to expect
Join us on Saturday March 3, 2018 from 11am-3:30pm at Sandwich High School for STEM Journey V. This event is organized by the Cape and Islands Boy Scouts Council of America, the Northeastern Section of the American Chemical Society, PID Analyzers, LLC and Sandwich STEM Academy.
Opening ceremonies will begin promptly at 1100hrs and
the US Air Force will present Colors.
STEM Journey V is a free, all-ages general public event
hosted by Sandwich STEM Academy at Sandwich High School, featuring hands-on
science, technology, engineering and math activities and demonstrations, led by
area stakeholders including educators, business owners and New England area
colleges and universities. Having the participation of colleges and universities
at STEM Journey gives high school students an opportunity to be exposed to the
STEM fields of study and carrer paths that these institutions offer.
STEM-related middle and high school student projects will be showcased,
upcoming STEM workshops and camps will be promoted and supplemental resources for
STEM Education in the classroom and for home schoolers, will be available.
The Keynote Address on "Robotics in the 21st
Century" will be delivered by Andrew Reichel at 1:15pm. Andrew is a
Mashpee High School graduate and Robotics Engineer at iRobot.
Opening Remarks will be given at 1pm by Dr. Dorothy
Phillips, member of the American Chemical Society board of directors on the
topic: “Women in STEM”. #womeninscience
The mission of STEM Journey is to engage and excite grade K-12 students
in Southeastern Massachusetts to pursue a study of and ultimately a career in,
science, technology, engineering and math through the exploration of STEM
related activities, potential college majors and the lecture related to a
successful career in STEM. Additionally, STEM Journey seeks to educate and
inform the public about educational and technological trends in STEM fields
through its exhibition partners and exceptional lectures.
And check out our Facebook page at facebook.com/STEMJourney
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