This free, hands-on program, supported by GSK and The Franklin Institute, uniquely allows students to embody various science careers and solve real-world problems.
GSK Science in the Summer™ is a free, informal science education program designed for youth entering grades 2-6, with a particular focus on engaging students in under-resourced communities. The program aims to increase youth interest and confidence in doing science and pursuing STEM careers by allowing them to step into the shoes of real scientists and engineers. Through a series of hands-on activities, students explore various scientific fields and solve real-world problems. The curriculum, developed by The Franklin Institute, provides a framework for inquiry-based learning. For example, the 2025 theme, "Be a Health Scientist!", invites participants to take on roles such as athletic trainers, cardiologists, dietitians, epidemiologists, and orthopedic doctors. Activities include designing tools to unclog arteries, testing beverages for vitamin C, and tracking illness spread through communities. Participants gain critical thinking skills and practice essential scientific methods like observation, hypothesis testing, and drawing conclusions from evidence, fostering a deeper understanding of scientific principles and potential career paths.
Students engage in 4 to 5 hands-on activities from the curriculum, framed with storylines that provide real-world context for scientific phenomena, practicing scientific techniques like asking questions, making observations, and drawing conclusions.
Youth entering grades 2-6, especially those in under-resourced communities, who are interested in exploring science careers and gaining confidence in STEM.
Various locations in Philadelphia
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