Chatham County high school students with an eye toward conservation have a unique opportunity knocking on their door. The Chatham Soil and Water Conservation District is currently accepting applications for the Resource Conservation Workshop, a comprehensive program to be held from June 15 to June 20, at NC State University. Those interested in attending this educational affair must swiftly complete their applications by the March 31 deadline, details for which can be found on the Chatham County website.
The workshop is not your typical summer camp; it's a chance to deeply engage with and understand the complexities of natural resource management in an ever-changing world. By combining classroom studies with hands-on activities, students are expected to not only learn but also to apply, crucial conservation strategies. Living on campus in the NC State University dormitories, attendees will be steeped in a guided educational environment, with mentors to navigate them through this immersive experience. Awards and scholarships are up for grabs, encouraging students to strive for excellence.
Criteria for eligibility are clear – this initiative is open to rising sophomores, juniors, and senior high school students, as long as their scholastic interests align with the conservation theme. But with doors closed to high school graduates and a one-time-only attendance policy, the window of opportunity is precise and narrow. To apply, students’ guardians must create a "Brickyard" account at NC State’s website and proceed to the online application through a link which is provided on the same platform, as mentioned on the Chatham County website.
Selection for the Resource Conservation Workshop is done at the local level, with the Soil and Water Conservation District playing a key role. Brandy Oldham, the district's Education Coordinator, is the go-to person for inquiries, as confirmed by the Chatham County announcement.
