A love for data can start early. This is why the National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS) and partner organizations have taught statistics and other STEM-based skills to students attending the NCHS Data Detectives Camp for the past 8 years. The fun, hands-on camp recently earned the Maryland Governor’s Citation for high-quality STEM education. Applications for the 2024 NCHS Data Detectives Camp are now being accepted through March 28th. The NCHS Data Detectives Camp is a free, one-week, in-person commuter camp that teaches statistics to students entering 6th and 7th grades. There is no fee for applying or attending the camp. This year, the camp will be offered in Hyattsville, MD. NCHS Headquarters Hyattsville, Maryland; July 29–August 2; 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Families would only have to provide transportation to and from the camp each day. The two sessions, which are taught by public health experts from NCHS, feature lots of fun, hands-on activities that build STEM confidence through:

• Data analysis
• Problem solving
• Collaboration
• STEM-based games

If your child(ren) or know anyone with children who might be interested in attending the Data Detectives Camp, please encourage them to apply! Contact the camp staff at datadetectives@cdc.gov if you have questions.

Elementary families and DCPS staff members are invited to attend the DCPS Family Math Expo at Houston Elementary School on Saturday, April 6, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Attendees will participate in family math activities and receive resources and tools from partner organizations. Please register and share with families at this link. POC: Jerry.Ilar@k12.dc.gov

Wishing you all a great rest of the week.