Monday, May 17, 2010

Area youth between the ages of 11-14 are invited to participate in the Junior Seahawk Academy at the University of North Carolina Wilmington, June 21-25, 2010. A summer experience geared specifically for middle grade students, the academy is designed to help underrepresented students develop an interest in learning math, science and technology while participating in fun and creative hands-on activities.

Students will engage in more than 20 hours of academic enrichment in mathematics, science and technology, all in a fun, engaging and supportive environment. The core curriculum was developed by academic faculty and staff in alignment with the North Carolina middle school mathematics and science standard course of study. Each activity has a literacy component in which students read and present information learned during the academy.

Each year, the academy addresses some component of energy education. This year the focus will be on alternative or renewable energy sources, engaging students in looking at how these energy sources can help improve the air we breathe, the water we drink and the land on which we live.

Camp hours are Monday through Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Registration fee is $60. Enrollment is limited to 60 students and applications will be accepted on a first come, first served basis.

For more information or to register, go to www.uncw.edu/ed/jrseahawk, call 910.962.7176 or e-mail jrseahawk@uncw.edu.