Mon, Jun 10
|The Lawn at CAS
Grow Wild: STEM of Plants
Program Dates/Times: June 10th-14th (9am-12pm) Open to rising 5th-8th Graders, ages 11-14.
Time & Location
Jun 10, 2024, 9:00 AM EDT – Jun 14, 2024, 12:00 PM EDT
The Lawn at CAS, 2540 Olentangy River Rd, Columbus, OH 43202
About This Event
Embark on a botanical adventure on The Lawn at CAS with "Grow Wild: STEM of Plants," a captivating summer experience that blends science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) with the enchanting world of plants. Participants will delve into the wonders of botany, cultivate a green thumb, and explore the intersection of nature and STEM in a hands-on and interactive environment.
Program Highlights:
1. Botanical Explorations: Participants will be immersed in the fascinating world of plants through hands-on explorations and nature walks. They will study plant anatomy, observe various species, and discover the interconnected ecosystems that sustain plant life.
2. STEM in Botany: Uncover the STEM principles behind plant life. Participants will engage in interactive STEM experiments and activities that explore topics such as photosynthesis, genetics, and the role of technology in modern agriculture.
3. Innovative Plant Projects: Foster creativity by working on innovative plant-related projects. Participants will apply STEM principles to create solutions for real-world botanical challenges.
4. Environmental Stewardship: Learn the importance of environmental stewardship and sustainability in plant ecosystems. Participants will engage in discussions and activities that focus on the impact of human activities on plant life and ways to promote conservation.
5. Showcase: The experience will conclude with a showcase, where participants will proudly share their knowledge to friends, family, and fellow nature explorers.
You will receive an email a week prior to the start of the program with information regarding location, paperwork, drop off and pick up time, along with the culminating program presentation information.
Program sold out? You can register to be on our waitlist. We will notify you if a spot opens up!
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