National Youth Science Camp

The National Youth Science Camp (NYSC) is an intense month-long camp for young scientists the summer after they graduate from high school. In a rustic setting, students from around the country are challenged academically in exciting lectures and hands-on studies, and have many opportunities to push themselves physically in an extensive outdoor program, gain a new and deep appreciation for the great outdoors, and establish friendships that last a lifetime.

Two students are chosen to represent Virginia as delegates to the National Youth Science Camp. Eligible applicants should meet the following criteria:

Must be candidates for high school graduation in the spring of 2004;
Must be available to participate in the entire NYSC program (June 24 to July 19, 2004);
Should intend to pursue a profession oriented toward science, mathematics, engineering, or medicine;
Must demonstrate superior academic proficiency, including recognition in mathematics and/or the sciences;
Must demonstrate an application of leadership abilities and social maturity through involvement in both school and community activities;
Must demonstrate skills and achievements outside the realm of science and outside the realm of academic pursuits; and

Must demonstrate a curiosity and an eagerness to explore many and varied topics.

Information about the National Youth Science Camp and applications may be obtained at the National Youth Science Camp website, http://www.nysc.org/. The applications should be mailed to the following address, Eric Rhoades, science specialist, office of secondary instruction, Virginia Department of Education, P.O. Box 2120, Richmond, VA 23218-2120, so they are received no later than February 27, 2004.

For further information, please contact Eric M. Rhoades, science specialist, at erhoades@mail.vak12ed.edu or (804) 225-2676.

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