Sparking Interest in Science Investigations

Field opportunities ignite a passion for science and the environment. This was the case for Pusch Ridge Academy highschool student, Rachel Nehrmeyer. Armed with Arizona Project WET (APW) equipment and lessons, Rachel performed biological and chemical sampling of Tucson waterways for the past two years to assess the health of the system. Her work received two awards at the recent Southern AZ Regional Science & Engineering Fair and a third award at the AZ Science & Engineering Fair. Speaking of her field investigation, Rachel said, "Water testing was a good experience. I loved being out in the field and learning about the environment."