Chief Science Officer

The Chief Science Officer or CSO initiative is where 6th to 12th grade students serve as their school's liaison for STEM and innovation. CSOs are part of a cohort of student leaders who experience special leadership training, impact STEM opportunities in their schools and in their local communities, and work as a collective cabinet to give input and ideas to adult STEM leaders in their region. The program seeks to inspire student and community STEM awareness and encourage the pursuit of STEM education and careers, ultimately building a strong 21st century workforce.

• Students participate in hands-on learning opportunities geared to practice workplace skills in communication, leadership, strategic planning and team building.

• Student voices amplified in their school and community by working on key issues related to civic action and STEM.

• Partnerships cultivated with school administrators, teachers, parents, students, and business and community leaders.

• Student perspectives incorporated in conversations about STEM and education with local businesses, media and policymakers.

• Students practice employability skills such as teamwork, work ethic, critical thinking, problem solving and verbal and written STEM communication with STEM professionals.

• Students advocate for STEM in their school and community.

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• Video/Picture Recap

Every May, the Chief Science Officers are invited to facilitate a hands-on learning station at the Remake Learning Days - Clarion YMCA Innovation Playground. Here are some pictures of previous year's events.

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