The academic literature still clearly shows that young women shy away from scientific and technical activity despite the importance of theses areas in modern society and their future employability.
Studies also indicate that young women lose self esteem beginning with early middle school.
Evidence continues to suggest that a single-sex setting can have a positive impact on the above factors. The long term rationale for Science Studio is to uncover possible answers to these questions and to impact the overall systemic issue of women in science. The core Science Studio is a five day, summer camp held for each of six science modules. During this experiential camp, and subsequent follow-up activities, young women will explore many scientific principals that form the foundation for understanding how the world around them works. Experienced faculty will be co-teaching with St. Teresa's alumnae still in college, majoring in science, and current honor students from the Academy.