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Youth Science Institute’s nature science camps have kids coming back for more

By Jeanne Carbone Lewis
Staff Writer

Touted as the “best kept secret in Santa Clara Valley,” Youth Science Institute has been exciting kids about science since 1953. But that’s all about to change.
Youth Science Institute’s [YSI] three locations—Alum Rock, Sanborn and Vasona Centers provide natural science studies. YSI is a private, non-profit organization dedicated to providing and enhancing science education in schools and the community. Today, YSI educates 30,000 children a year in schools and at its three science and nature centers.
With professionals who Read more...

Rainy days bring
good things

Silver Creek High School breaks ground
for new building

By Carol Rosen
Staff Writer

It might have been raining, but it certainly didn't dampen anyone's spirit when Silver Creek High School broke ground for its new science and technology building on April 10.
A crowd of about 50 to 75 people, including students, parents, faculty, students, administrators and city council members, gathered to "lift a ceremonial shovel of dirt."
Work has already begun on the $14 million building, the first Read more...