Science First 

(For students currently in grades 7-9)

Science First is a summer science enrichment program that strives to increase students' knowledge and appreciation of the environment and how scientists study the environment. Students participate in one of two four-week sessions that take place at the Chicago Botanic Garden Monday through Friday. A school bus provides transportation from designated stops starting as early as 7 a.m. to bring students to the Garden by 9 a.m. Students are provided with all materials they need to participate, as well as a free snack and lunch. Students leave the Garden at 3 p.m. each day.

What do students do?

· Learn about plants and talk to scientists who study plants

· Explore our display gardens like the Rose Garden or Fruit & Vegetable Garden

· Learn about the Garden's natural areas including our prairie, woods, and river

· Learn how to conduct scientific research and prepare a presentation

· Spend a lot of time outside, seeing and doing science

· Spend all day in a new world surrounded by nature and beautiful gardens

 Who can participate?

Students who are currently in grades 7 through 9 and are enrolled in a Chicago Public School are encouraged to apply. Students and parents MUST commit to all four weeks of the program and agree to provide their own transportation to and from the designated bus stops listed below.

http://www.chicagobotanic.org/ctl/sciencefirst