Father Ryan
Science Academy

Founder & Sponsor:  Phyllis Adgent 
Email: adgentp@fatherryan.org



     The Father Ryan Science Academy is a new program this year.  It is designed to provide a mechanism for advanced placement science students to explore and practice the excitement of scientific research and discovery.  Below are some of the opportunities that will be provided to members: 
  • active engagement in scientific research with an adult mentor who is a professional in the scientific community  (limited)
  • participation in competitions such as Vanderbilt Science and Engineering Fair, Science Olympiad, Tennessee Academy of Science, Vanderbilt Brain Bee, Waksman Scholars (online-Rutgers University).
  • present information concerning important social and health concerns of the scientific community to the FRHS student body (bulletin boards, ppts in the library, etc)offered to FRHS students
  • read and discuss books and/or authors of scientific literature 
  • participate in "special" laboratory opportunities (outside normal school hours)
  • participate in videoconferences with various colleges and other educational institutions 
  • maintain a designated bulletin board at FRHS with topics of scientific and community interest (ex. dangers of smoking, pet safety, etc.) 
  • produce multimedia projects for presentation and/or distribution to FRHS and interested parochial schools 
  • research and apply for scholarships 
  • participate in community service activities