This program stresses the development of academic skills and motivation for students who might not traditionally be considered college-bound. In the summer, students attend 6 weeks of rigorous academic study on Wellesley College's campus. Restricted to students in Cambridge. This rigorous six-week program introduces outstanding American minority juniors in high school to careers in engineering, science, and entrepreneurship. Room, board, tuition provided.
NEST meets twice a year, summer and fall.
Throughout the year, NEST members strive to improve the understanding and appreciation of science and mathematics in their communities. The program gives teachers a unique perspective of how scientists apply the basics of their field to meet the technological needs of society. Program alumni have formed an activist group for scientific literacy, the New England Science Teachers. The program takes place the last week in June and is open to teachers from across the nation. The program focuses on science and career development activities for girls in the greater Boston area who have completed the eight grade and will be entering ninth grade in the fall.