Our chapter has an avid interest in enriching the K-12 science experience. While we have always enjoyed performing chemical demonstrations at local schools, networking opportunities via the UCA STEM Residential College, National ACS Organization, and the Central Arkansas Local Section have allowed us to expand our participation. Chapter activities include Kids' Club, Science Nights, EcoFest, KidsFest, and Bear Fairs. This past year, we have expanded our involvement in a Study Abroad program, Science and Society, where six chapter members taught kinesthetic science lessons at Rwandan primary schools.  In addition, our chapter has applied for an ACS Student Inter-Chapter Relations Grant for a Demo-palooza: A Celebration of Chemistry. Mentoring K-12 students not only has enriched their lives, but it has encouraged us to actively contribute to society as chemists.

Enriching the K-12 science experience

247th National Meeting (2014)

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