The 19th Annual Sacred Hearts Academy Science Symposium is for girls in grades 5 to 8 from schools all over the island.

Students hear about careers and opportunities in science and participate in hands-on workshops.

Special Events Director, Toni Normand, said, “It’s important for young women to focus their studies on the areas of science, technology, engineering and math because that is where some of the most exciting opportunities for future jobs will be! We hold the Science Symposium annually because sometimes girls do not have as many opportunities to be exposed to science.

“Some of the workshops that will be offered include developing surgical skills, wildlife biology, uncovering and viewing DNA and learning to survey the forest to preserve endangered species,” she said.

While the students are in workshops, parents can attend a “For Parents’ Only” session which will give them ideas to help their daughters advance in science, technology, engineering and mathematical fields.

Dr. Julie T. Anné will be speaking at the parent session. Anné is a licensed clinical psychologist and eating disorder expert. She is the founder and clinical director of A New Beginning, LLC, an innovative outpatient treatment center dedicated to the comprehensive care of eating disorders, depression, anxiety and trauma.

A registration form can be found on the Sacred Hearts Academy school web site and submitted online, emailed or mailed in. For questions call the Special Events Office at 808-734-5058, ext. 262.