Big SIS
Reading, PA – There are girls who have been part of Sisters in STEM (SIS) for the last three years, spanning their fourth through sixth grade school years. A number of these participants have asked to form a “Big SIS” component so they can share their experiences with the younger girls and act as mentors…
Neag Foundation Grant Expands Reading Science Center Field Trip Program
Reading, PA – The Reading Science Center (RSC) is delighted to announce a $60,000 grant from the Neag Foundation, which will help expand the Ignite and Excite Field Trip Program for Berks County elementary schools. This funding will enable the RSC to provide a $10 discount per student starting in September 2024, significantly increasing access…
Reading Science Center holds ‘Science Day’ event
Reading Science Center Awarded PA State Grant to Empower Young Women in STEM Education
Reading, PA – The Reading Science Center proudly announces it has received a $25,000 state grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Education in support of their program, Sisters in STEM (SIS). The Sisters in STEM after school program was established in 2020 with the goals of breaking societal stereotypes and igniting a genuine curiosity for…
Reading Science Center Unveils “House of Learning”
At the end of 2022, the Reading Science Center and Habitat for Humanity Berks partnered in a one-of-a-kind fundraiser, “Building Up.” Generous donors supported this initiative by purchasing EverBlocks for a unique house structure with the proceeds going to support educational programming at the Reading Science Center and to help Habitat Berks in building and…
Reading Science Center to celebrate 3rd anniversary with Halloween-themed bash
Reading Science Center exhibit aimed at encouraging girls to pursue science
Press Release: The Giorgi Family Foundation Grant Awarded
READING SCIENCE CENTER RECEIVES $357,000 GRANT FROM THE GIORGI FAMILY FOUNDATION TO DEVELOP GIRLS-IN-STEM PROGRAM The Reading Science Center has received a grant for $357,000 from The Giorgi Family Foundation to establish and coordinate a Girls-in-STEM Opportunities Program at the downtown Reading center. The funds will be allocated over a three-year period and will be…
SaH: Polar Bear Play
In this STEM Challenge, you will build a floating “iceberg”. Question How can you create an “iceberg” that floats because it is less dense than the water it is in? How many polar bears will fit on your “iceberg” and still float? Some suggested materials aluminum foil gummy bears (or any small item that represents…
SaH: Igloo Fun
In this STEM Challenge, you will build an igloo out of marshmallows Question Using straight toothpicks, can you create a dome-shaped igloo? Materials marshmallows toothpicks What to Do Take time to brainstorm your design. Write down some notes or draw a picture. Create your design using the materials. Does your igloo stand on its…
