Reading Area Community College hosted over 100 Berks County middle school students, teachers and administrators for their fourth annual STEM Day on Friday, April 8th.
Students from Reading, Brandywine Heights, Exeter, Governor Mifflin and Antietam School Districts conducted hands-on experiments using techniques and procedures in the areas of chemistry, robotics, physics, medical lab technology, respiratory therapy and even simulated crime scene investigations using forensics technology (?). The experiments are designed to help get students excited about how fun science can be as a career path and encourage them to make positive future life and career choices.
“We’re focused on developing strategies and fun programming for young people that encourage a passion for STEM. This is our fourth annual STEM Day and it’s a wonderful chance to show the students from Berks County school districts and the Berks community what is happening in STEM at RACC; and how our young people can prepare to take these areas to an exciting new level in the future,” says RACC President Dr. Susan Looney.
“In just four years, STEM Day has become a beloved RACC tradition for our K12 partners’ middle school students and teachers. Our faculty and staff have as much fun as the kids, and I am especially proud of RACC colleagues who share their talents and time on STEM Day. A truly remarkable day for STEM education in Berks County,” says RACC Assistant Director of Academic Partnerships, Kristen Marcinko.
To learn more about the STEM programs at RACC please call 610.607.6224 or visit RACC STEM programs.
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