Kyran Anderson Academy: Forensic Mysteries

Grade Level(s): Rising 3 - 6

Date(s): June 24 - 28, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm

Location: The Science House, Cherry Building, Centennial Campus East, Raleigh, NC

Cost: $225. Application fee is transferrable but nonrefundable.

Description: Kyran Anderson Academy is a pre-college science and math program for elementary students (rising 3 – 6 grade). All programming is designed to enhance students’ enthusiasm and preparation for science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). Students actively discover the wonder of STEM through inquiry-based activities, field trips, presentations, and career exploration activities with STEM professionals. This one-week, non-residential program will be held at The Science House on Centennial Campus in June. Programming is grade-specific led by North Carolina certified teachers and NC State University faculty, staff, graduate students, and upperclassmen.

Session Theme:

Get ready for detective work and scientific exploration at our thrilling Forensic Mysteries Session! For one week rising 3-6 graders will become investigators as Kyran Anderson Academy transforms into an interactive crime scene where students will engage in various activities associated with forensics like: collecting evidence, taking fingerprints, and studying DNA. If you’ve ever wondered how real-life detectives solve cases, this is your child's chance to become a junior sleuth and unravel secrets using the power of science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). Students will also be exposed to forensics related careers, including forensic engineering, toxicology, and digital forensics. All programming will take place at The Science House on NC State University's Centennial Campus.

Mandatory Orientation: TBD

Contact(s): Dr. Alonzo B. Alexander, Director, Imhotep and Kyran Anderson Academies

Application Deadline: April 26, 2024