Precollege Programs
Skip Rochefort, Director, skip.rochefort@oregonstate.edu
Kyle Cole, Assistant Director, kyle.cole@oregonstate.edu
Dana Beck, Coordinator, dana.beck@oregonstate.edu
E-mail: precollege@oregonstate.edu
Web site: http://oregonstate.edu/precollege/
General Information: 541-737-9424
OSU’s Precollege Programs offers a variety of on- and off-campus academic programs designed to enhance learning and introduce youth to the college community. During the summer months and throughout the academic year, K–12 students participate in programs that range from several hours to several weeks. Our Precollege Programs provide compelling experiences and stimulating learning environments for a diverse group of students.
Adventures in Learning Combines stimulating academic and social opportunities in a fun-filled 10-day experience exposing participants to exciting and sophisticated areas of interest not usually available during the regular school year. The program is designed for gifted, talented and high-ability learners who have completed grades 5 or 6 and who are interested in fast-paced, challenging opportunities.
Expeditions Provides gifted, talented, and high-ability youth who have completed grades 3 or 4 a two-week, half-day educational experience with courses taught by experts in a variety of topics. Students are introduced to engaging, intriguing subjects in an enjoyable and nurturing environment.
Outside the Box Enables gifted, talented, and high-ability youth who have completed grades 7 or 8 to pursue topics of interest through a unique combination of in-depth, challenging academic explorations and social interaction with intellectual peers. Program participants can anticipate excitement, discovery, and challenge in the program’s offerings which are designed specifically to address their interests and abilities.
Latino Summer CampsParticipants in grades 3–5, 6–8, and 9–12 explore environmental science, natural resources, technology, health, nutrition, history and culture. The high school students also learn about career opportunities and the college admission process. All campers engage in team sports. For more information: http://extension.oregonstate.edu/latinoprogram/summer_camp.
Winter Wonderings Offers a variety of challenging Saturday courses designed specifically for gifted, talented, and high-ability 3rd, 4th, 5th and 6th graders. Participants discover new and exciting areas of study in a fast-paced learning environment with their social and intellectual peers.
Oregon 4-H Offers a variety of educational opportunities for youths in grades K through 12. The program is part of the OSU Extension Service and is active in all Oregon counties. Opportunities for leadership development, community service, and learning about topics as diverse as natural resource management, foods and fibers, animal science, and engineering abound. All 4-H educational activities are designed to help participants develop lifelong skills that will prepare them for future success. To learn more about local opportunities, contact the OSU Extension office in your county or contact Beverly Hobbs at 541-737-1319, or e-mail beverly.hobbs@oregonstate.edu.
Sea Grant Extension ProgramsInclude hands-on educational programs for students of all ages. Throughout the school year marine biology labs and field opportunities are offered on site at the Hatfield Marine Science Center to school and home school groups, pre-school students, and both boy and girl scouts. Coastal Adventures, Marine Science, Marine Biology, and Oceanography (for 7 to 17-year-olds) camps are held throughout the summer. The primary goal is to introduce youth to the wonders of animals and plants that live in the marine environment on the Oregon coast, and to help children who enjoy science to focus on marine biology and work with group leaders and head instructors. CIT teens will have more responsibilities and will be given more leadership opportunities.
OSU KidSpirit Summer Day Camp Sponsored by the College of Health and Human Sciences, is an innovative youth summer day camp program, offered Monday-Friday for children grades K through 12. Youth may attend morning, afternoon, or all day sessions. Programs are based on grade levels. All activities are coeducational. All abilities are welcome! Group leaders will help in classes and escort children to activity areas. Head instructors plan, organize and lead activities.
Junior Beavers Grades K through 2, have an established daily program with variations in class offerings from session to session, including skill development and supplementation in recreational sports, art and educational classes.
Dam Builders Grades 3 through 5, choose the groups of classes that they take from session to session. Classes to choose from include athletics, drama, art, science, music, computers and lots more!
Duck Busters Grades 6 through 8, choose all of their classes from session to session. Their classes are designed for their age group and skills. Classes include biking, rock climbing, triathlon, art, inventions and lots more!
Teen Leadership CampGrades 9 through 12, is for teens who want to develop their leadership skills by working with youth. They will be facilitated by a coordinator, become certified in First-Aid and Adult and Child CPR, and work directly with the KidSpirit campers by assisting group leaders and head instructors.
Counselors in Training Grades 9 through 12, "CIT" is for teens who want to develop their leadership skills by working with youth, but will work with group leaders and head instructors. CIT teens will have more responsibilities and will be given more leadership opportunities.
Girls on the Run of the Willamette ValleyGirls on the Run, is a life-changing experiential learning program for girls in grades 3–5 and 6–8, that combines training for a 5K event with self-esteem enhancing work-outs. The fun, interactive curriculum is designed to educate and prepare preteen girls for a lifetime of self-respect and healthy living.
KidSpirit Sport ProgramsKidSpirit offers a variety of recreation classes throughout the summer for participants ages 2–18. Classes include gymnastics, archery, and tennis. Each of our programs focus on obtaining basic skill sets while learning to interact with other participants in a fun, safe, and supportive environment.
SKIES (Spirited Kids in Engineering and Science) Science and engineering activities for grades K through 5 where kids will explore chemistry, physics, math, life sciences, ecology and engineering in a fun, interactive learning environment. Science activities will be mixed with physical activities throughout the morning or afternoon session.
High School Newspaper and Yearbook Workshop High school juniors, seniors, and faculty advisors from Oregon, Washington, California, Alaska, and Idaho meet on the OSU campus for a three-day workshop. The annual event gives practical instruction in organization and development of high school newspapers and yearbooks. It is co-hosted by Josten’s Yearbook Company, Northwest Scholastic Press, and the OSU Student Media Department. Classes are 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. daily. Last year’s workshop attracted more than 275 participants.
JumpstARTA precollege visual arts summer residential program hosted by the Department of Art, JumpstART emphasizes skill development and conceptual growth through exposure to accelerated art instruction and faculty mentors. Students spend six hours daily working in art and design, attend evening presentations by guest lecturers and artists, and participate in multi-disciplined events. The workshop concludes with a final exhibition, as well as an evaluation of the student’s portfolio by a faculty committee.
Campus Field Trips ProgramThe Office of Precollege Programs hosts elementary and middle school visits to Oregon State University during the school year. Students and teachers are encouraged to plan visits to explore careers, experience OSU, or enhance current curriculum. Register to request a visit using the Precollege Web site at http://oregonstate.edu/precollege/.
Saturday AcademySaturday Academy is a year-round program that offers any interested and motivated 5th through 12th grader educational enrichment opportunities that supplement the regular school curriculum, particularly in the areas of science, math, and technology. Community experts at the host business, college, or agency teach hands-on, project-oriented classes. Most classes during the school year are on Saturdays or after school. Most summer classes are offered during the week on the OSU campus, and many are week long. Yearly programs include Engineering Camp, Science Camp, Lego Robotics for Everyone, Web Design, and AWSEM (Advocates for Women in Science, Engineering and Mathematics) Club for middle school girls.
Saturday Academy’s Apprenticeships in Science and Engineering (ASE) Program offers high school freshmen through juniors a chance to work with an engineer or scientist for eight weeks during the summer. ASE apprentices attend workshops, seminars, lectures, and leadership classes at the Mid-Summer Conference, and share their work in poster sessions and presentations at a symposium.
For more information, contact Saturday.academy@oregonstate.edu. Web site: http://academy.engr.oregonstate.edu/.
Summer Experience in Science and Engineering for Youth (SESEY) SESEY is primarily for high school girls and ethnic minorities traditionally under-represented in science and engineering, and for science, math, or physics teachers who are interested in developing curricular materials to promote engineering activities in their classrooms.
Students come to the OSU campus for a one-week residential summer camp and are paired with a faculty mentor in engineering for a mini-research project in areas such as microscale technologies, plastics recycling, drug formulation and delivery, bioprocessing, microelectronics, and environmental engineering. There are also group learning activities (computer instruction, communication skills, field trips) and social activities. Students are exposed to science and engineering as viable and interesting career paths. Career counseling is provided by faculty mentors and OSU graduate and undergraduate students who work with the students throughout the week as research project advisors and friends. Students live in OSU housing, so they receive a complete college experience. For more information, contact Skip Rochefort, skip.rochefort@oregonstate.edu.
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The Science and Math Investigative Learning Experiences Program
Eda Davis-Lowe, Director
eda.davislowe@smile.oregonstate.edu
541-737-2388
18 Gladys Valley Center
Web site: http://smile.oregonstate.edu/
OSU's The SMILE (Science and Math Investigative Learning Experiences) Program collaborates with 12 school districts in Oregon to increase the number of historically under-represented minority, low-income, and other educationally underserved students who graduate from high school prepared to go on to college and pursue careers in math, science, engineering, health professions, and teaching. More than 650 students and 62 teachers in 33 schools across the state participated in SMILE last year. The program functions as a pipeline that takes students from 4th to 12th grade and on to postsecondary education.
SMILE provides a comprehensive program of science and math enrichment and college readiness through weekly after-school clubs, field trips, outdoor science camp, on-campus, college-connection challenge activities, a bridge-to-college summer program for SMILE graduates entering OSU, and professional development for classroom teachers serving as SMILE Club advisors.
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Additional Youth Programs:
Bug ZooThe Oregon State University Bug Zoo is a student group interested in educating its members, other students and the public about the joys and importance of insects, other arthropods and reptiles and amphibians. Bug Zoo educates through live displays and hands-on activities. For more information, contact Suzanne Phillips, 541-753-7546, e-mail: phillisu@onid.orst.edu. Web site: http://cropandsoil.oregonstate.edu/bugzoo/.
Discovery DaysDiscovery Days is an outreach program involving many of the science departments at OSU as well as departments from the College of Agricultural Sciences and the College of Engineering. This two-day event, held in both the fall and spring terms, features displays and hands-on activities from different departments that are suitable for all ages. For more information, contact Margie Haak, 541-737-6716, e-mail: margie.haak@oregonstate.edu. Web site: http://www.science.oregonstate.edu/DiscoveryDays/.
Education/K-12 Outreach/Chemistry OutreachThe Department of Chemistry has an active program to bring chemistry to the local community. Through the Outreach Committee, opportunities are available to tour labs, do hands-on experiments, and have chemistry faculty and students to bring chemistry to schools. For more information, contact Margie Haak, 541-737-6716, e-mail: margie.haak@oregonstate.edu. Web site: http://www.chem.orst.edu/outreach/.
Inner City Youth Institute (ICYI)A collaborative partnership of the Forest Service, Pacific Northwest Research Station, OSU College of Forestry and the BLM. This program that encourages inner city youths to explore careers in natural resources, attain higher education in natural resource careers, understand the interrelationships between the use of natural resources, the people who use them, and the land that sustains their community. For more information, contact Dave Stemper, 503-553-3430, e-mail: dave.stemper@oregonstate.edu.
Oregon NASA Space GrantOregon NASA Space Grant maintains a diverse array of programs to support space science and engineering education. Connecting educators with professional development opportunities, Oregon Space Grant aims to help develop a strong science, mathematics, and technology education base at all levels while fostering communication and continuity between the K–12 community and higher education. For more information, contact Oregon NASA Space Grant at 541-737-2414, e-mail: spacegrant@oregonstate.edu. Web site: http://spacegrant.oregonstate.edu/.
Oregon Wood Magic™Oregon Wood Magic™ is a 3-hour interactive experience designed to educate elementary school teachers and their students about the wonders of wood as a material. For more information, visit http://woodscience.oregonstate.edu/outreach/oregon-wood-magic or call Leslie McDaniel, 541-737-3159, Wood Magic Coordinator, leslie.mcdaniel@oregonstate.edu.
Teachers who would like the one-hour version of the presentation in their classroom may contact Leslie McDaniel, Oregon Wood Magic Traveling Show Coordinator at 541-737-3159 or leslie.mcdaniel@oregonstate.edu to inquire about scheduling possibilities.
Pet Day and Open HousePet Day and Open House provides outreach and information about veterinary science, and careers in veterinary science and animal care. It is open to the general public the first Saturday in May at Magruder Hall on campus. For more information, contact Debrah Rarick, 541-737-2098, e-mail: debrah.rarick@oregonstate.edu. Web site: http://oregonstate.edu/vetmed/.
Recruitment and Retention of Women and Minorities in EngineeringCommitted to bringing more woman and minorities to OSU to become tomorrow's engineers through our three pronged approach of Recruitment, Retention and Research. Activities include K–12 school visits, sponsoring teacher/career counselor workshops, OSU Engineering tours, developing lesson plans for K–12 classes. For more information, contact Ellen Momsen, 541-737-9699, e-mail: ellen.momsen@oregonstate.edu. Web site: http://engr.oregonstate.edu/wme/.
Scientists and Teachers in Education Partnerships (STEPs) The STEPs program is a K–12 STEM outreach program at Oregon State University which strives to enhance K–12 science, math, health, and engineering education by forging collaborative partnerships between Oregon scientists, teachers, and students. This goal is accomplished through activities such as workshops, equipment loans, curriculum development, classroom visits, and community science events. The program is funded by the Howard Hughes Medical Institute with support from the College of Science and the Center for Genome Research and Biocomputing. Web site: http://steps.oregonstate.edu. For more information, contact Gail Gerdemann (K–5), gerdemag@science.oregonstate.edu, Kari van Zee (6–12), vanzeek@science.oregonstate.edu, Margie Haak, (Community Outreach), margie.haak@oregonstate.edu, Dan Arp, Director, Dan.J.Arp@oregonstate.edu.
Suitcase OceanographySuitcase Lessons are portable modules for K–6 students based on the FOSS science curriculum. They are designed with complete materials and instructions so any member of the OSU oceanography faculty, graduate student, or a scientist working at an oceanography institute can go to a classroom and successfully present the lessons. These kits can be checked out from COAS. Outreach opportunities include developing more lessons or creating suitcase lessons of your own. For more information, contact Marta Torres, 541-737-2902, e-mail: mtorres@coas.oregonstate.edu. Web site: http://www.coas.oregonstate.edu/index.cfm?fuseaction=content.display&pageid=90.
Wave Research Laboratory ToursThe O.H. Hinsdale Wave Research Laboratory strives to expose students of all ages to engineering and research with programs such as guided tours though the wave lab. The tours, guided by knowledgeable faculty and graduate students, include an introduction to basic wave mechanics, demonstrations of the wave lab equipment and experiments being conducted in the laboratory. Tours can range from 20 to 45 minutes and the WRL will work with teachers to develop meaningful and exciting lesson plans for the tour. For more information, contact Alicia Lyman-Holt, 541-737-3665, e-mail: alicia.lyman-holt@oregonstate.edu. Web site: http://wave.oregonstate.edu/.
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