Sacred Hearts Academy Annual Science Symposium

Kelly Gleason introducing participants to underwater archaeology field survey techniques. Credit: Sacred Hearts Academy

On Saturday, March 3, 2012 Papahānaumokuākea's Maritime Archaeologist Kelly Gleason participated in the Sacred Hearts Academy Annual Science Symposium for Girls, an annual free program for 5th-8th grade girls in Hawaii that focuses on science, technology, engineering and mathematics. Gleason led two 50 minute workshops for the young women where she involved the girls in interactive, hands on activities aimed at introducing the 50+ participants to some of the skills and techniques utilized in underwater archaeology field survey. Through hands on activities and an interactive presentation, Gleason was able to introduce the girls to information about Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument and maritime archaeology.