This is the form for recommending a student for the Naturalist Program--a three year program beginning in October 2021. We will be exploring natural science and museum work. This form is intended for community members, teachers, and school staff. If you would rather, you can email a letter to
naturalistprogram@ecotarium.org.
Student applicants should fill out this form
https://tinyurl.com/NatProgApp .
Applicants must:
- Be entering 9th or 10th grade in Central MA. Priority will be given to Worcester Public School students
- Have interest in natural science and/or learning about museum work
- Complete the application online with a caregiver
https://tinyurl.com/NatProgApp - Once Accepted, complete subsequent steps (i.e., questionnaire and medical paperwork)
- Commit to the program for the length of the academic year
Thanks to generous funders, we are able to offer this program at no cost to families with the goal of serving those in under-resourced communities.
Applications should be completed by September 20, 2021. After review of applications, students invited to continue will be contacted for an interview. Students must respond with in a week of receiving the email invitation to schedule an interview. A waitlist will be maintained in the event of students dropping out or declining their place in the program.
If you have questions, please contact
naturalistprogram@ecotarium.org.