Open to Pittsfield Public Schools NEW Rising 3rd Grade Students (Must have received link and be recommended for BIRDS)

STEAM 2024 Location: Berkshire Community College, Pittsfield

This summer in STEAM Team: BIRDS, rising 3rd grade students will learn learn about the physical and behavioral traits of local birds. Together we will observe each bird’s color, pattern, beak size, shape, etc., to guide the creation of paper mache bird masks, while learning how birds’ physical traits impact behavior – like beak size/shape and diet; color and camouflage; etc. Students will explore flight patterns and the three types of flight – flapping, gliding, and soaring – using dance to further explore these movements. Students will also explore terms including symmetry, asymmetry, pattern, repetition, etc., through the creation of large-scale collaborative drawings inspired by the movement and flight of birds as we celebrate the beauty and nature surrounding us in the beautiful Berkshires.

STEAM 2024 Dates

• July 29th to August 2nd: BIRDS Program for NEW PPS Rising 3rd Grade Students

Health Forms

Each student is required to have a current Health and Emergency Contact Form on file with Berkshire Art Center. Please fill out this form for each student that will be attending the STEAM program. Health Forms are due as soon as possible at the time of registration and no later than one week before the program begins. Please also ensure you have your child’s insurance information ready when filling out the form.

What to Bring to the Summer STEAM Team Program

Throughout the program we will take nature walks, make art, dance, and engage in environmental learning as we explore the outdoor landscape surrounding Berkshire Community College.

• Clothes that can get messy

• A backpack or tote bag

• Sneakers, comfortable shoes — no open toed shoes

• Swimsuit and towel (for those who wish to swim)

• Sunscreen 30 or higher, lip balm, and any other sun protection deemed necessary. Please instruct your child as to the proper application and usage of these items.

• All personal items should be clearly labeled with your child’s name. This is very important if we are to return misplaced items to their owners. STEAM is not responsible for lost or stolen items.

• Jewelry, electronics, and other valuables should remain at home

• Breakfast, snack and lunch will be provided so students are not required to bring their own food.

Please contact us should you have any questions/concerns. We are looking forward to seeing you this summer!