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GSK Science in the Summer
Free science enrichment program brings physical science and electricity to elementary students at Philadelphia libraries
Put your goggles on! GSK Science in the Summer™ brings physical science and electricity to elementary students at Philadelphia libraries
- Registration begins May 4, space is limited
Who:
Philadelphia County students entering second through sixth grade are invited to register and attend GSK Science in the Summer™, a free, hands-on enrichment program that makes learning about science fun. Sponsored by GSK and administered by The Franklin Institute in partnership with local libraries, the experiment-oriented courses are taught by certified teachers to classes of 16 students in two age groups: children entering second and third grades (Level I), and children entering fourth through sixth grades (Level II).
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What:
What is a magnetic force field? Why does a compass always point north? How does a light switch work? GSK Science in the Summer™ will help Philadelphia students answer these questions. They will experiment with magnets, see the effects of static electricity and build their own electrical circuit. Students will learn first-hand about electrostatic generators, and discover why Physical Science and Electricity is a hair-raising experience!
Why:
GSK Science in the Summer™ opens young minds to the world of science and fosters a life-long appreciation of learning. Now in its 29th year, GSK Science in the Summer™ encourages elementary students to get involved in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) learning through hands-on activities and stimulating coursework. More than 125,000 students from the Greater Philadelphia Area have participated in GSK Science in the Summer since its inception.
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Registration:
For the first time, registration for GSK Science in the Summer™ in the Greater Philadelphia Area is online! To register, you must have a valid email address, which you can create for free through a variety of websites, such as Gmail or Yahoo Mail. Use your home computer or visit your local library to use the public computers to complete the online registration. Registration opens May 4 at noon and will be processed in the order they are received.
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