The Academy has run education programs to help precollege students to develop scientific skills, conduct in-depth investigations, and understand science as a career. Through complementary programs for teachers, the Academy has also helped to improve the quality of science education in local schools.

Although a great source of pride for our members, the Academy has suspended its science education program for fiscal reasons as of summer 2007. Some activities in which it was involved will continue in other forms, however. Please read further for more information.

NYC Science and Engineering Fair
For 69 years, the Academy organized New York City's largest science competition for high school students. If you have questions about next year's fair, please contact:

Marion Zachowski, NYC Department of Education
212.374.0870 | mzachowski@schools.nyc.gov

Junior Science and Humanities Symposium
The Academy ran a competition designed to promote experimentation and original research in the sciences, engineering, and mathematics at the high school level. If you have questions about next year's program, please contact:

Doris Cousens
603.228.4520 | cousens@jshs.org | website

Science Research Training Program
A summer internship program for high school juniors and seniors interested in exploring science as a career. The Academy managed this program and recruited volunteers to mentor SRTP student participants. As of summer 2007 this program has been suspended.

Laureates of Tomorrow—Nobel Essay Contest
A city-wide essay contest open to NYC high school juniors showcasing Nobelists in the sciences. The 2007 winners will travel to Sweden in December 2007, after which the essay competition will be discontinued.