The Youth Science Discovery Experience is a science education enrichment program developed for young scientists currently enrolled in high school. It is available to West Virginian high school students free of charge. Students participate in programs designed to stimulate scientific thinking and interest in the scientific process.
YSDE participants work on site at the Canaan Valley Institute during three short visits throughout the year and continue their research at home between the residential sessions. At the conclusion of the YSDE, the teams present their findings to their peers. Their material will also be published in a section of this web site dedicated to youth science research.
Each research team consists of six students, one teacher, and one practicing scientist. Together the team investigates an area of current scientific concern using a program model that integrates in-residence experiences with continuing education activities conducted in the students’ and teacher’s school setting.