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Extra/Co-curricular Activities
Bethel High School strives to provide additional opportunities for students to engage in science outside of the classroom. As the competition for acceptance into colleges increases, science extension opportunities provide a great way for students to separate themselves from the crowd. Here are some of the opportunities that are available to Bethel High Students on a yearly basis:
Science National Honor Society:
The Science National Honor Society (SNHS) encourages participation in science. SNHS members learn more about science, communicate with working scientists, and perform outreach to aid the Bethel community with its comprehension and appreciation of science. Students are required to submit an application for acceptance to the SNHS in the fall. For more information please contact Mr. Cox (coxg@bethel.k12.ct.us) or Ms. Leary (learym@bethel.k12.ct.us). Applications for this year are due by October 2, 2026.
Bethel Climate Action Committee:
The Bethel Climate Action Committee is a group of students that represent the concerns the youth of today have towards sustaining our planet. Our mission is to provide students with a sense of drive when dealing with a large scale problem such as climate change. As the Bethel Climate Action Committee, our focus will be to reduce the carbon emissions output by our school and community. The BCAC will provide participating students with leadership opportunities, as well as community service hours. Participating students will be expected to collaborate with one another and spread awareness amongst their peers, in order to make BHS a more sustainable environment. For more information please contact Mr. Turek (turekr@bethel.k12.ct.us).
Connecticut Junior Sciences & Humanities Symposium (CJSHS):
BHS students with a strong desire to pursue a career in the sciences should strongly consider registering for BHS's Science Research Course. This course allows students to pursue independent research in a scientific field of his or her choice under the guidance of a mentor teacher. Students that enroll in the Science Research Course are invited to attend CJSHS to generate ideas and learn what other students in the state are doing for research. Students that are enrolled in Science Research will also attend CJSHS in order to present his or her research. Interested freshman, sophomores or juniors considering registering for Science Research should see Mr. Turek in the winter for additional information. Students who are not enrolled in the Science Research Course can independently register and compete at the CJSHS.
Connecticut State Science and Engineering Fair:
BHS students enrolled in Science Research will automatically apply for entry into the Connecticut Science and Engineering Fair (CSEF). If however a student is not enrolled in Science Research and they wish to enter into CSEF they may provided BHS has additional seats. Interested students should discuss this with the Science Dept. Chair in the early fall as registration deadline for the fair is December 1st. For more information please contact Mr. Turek (turekr@bethel.k12.ct.us).
2026 Harbor Watch Fall Opportunities
Harbor Watch in Westport is a non-profit research and education organization working to improve ecosystem health in CT. They are offering two free programs in the Fall of 2026 for interested students. Information can be found below.
1: The In-Person River Research Program is for students who are interested in a hands-on experience and will meet once a week after school at the Harbor Watch Lab in Westport. This program runs from mid-October through Early December. Registration is limited! Register Here
2: The Riffle Bioassessment by Volunteers program includes one-off sessions to collect and identify aquatic macroinvertebrates in local rivers. Register Here
Harbor Watch is always offering new programs so check out their website from time to time.
STEAM Expo
April 28, 2027, will mark the 10th year where the Bethel Public Schools and community celebrate Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics at its annual STEAM Expo. If you have a project you would like to share or simply want to volunteer your time, reach out to Mr. Turek (turekr@bethel.k12.ct.us).
Regeneron's 2027 High School Mentorship Program
This program provides a structured educational experience in which students are paired with a Regeneron scientist and conduct research full-time (40 hours per week) at Regeneron’s headquarters in Tarrytown, NY for six to seven weeks during the summer. In addition to conducting research, students will receive foundational scientific training and take part in enrichment activities, including career panels, journal clubs, scientific lectures, and other professional development opportunities.
Students must be in their sophomore or junior year of high school during the 2026-2027 academic year to be eligible to apply for the 2027 High School Mentorship Program.
Interested students need to be nominated by a teacher by Thursday Nov 12, 2026. Please discuss this with Mr. Turek in advance of this deadline.
Deadline for students to apply for the summer 2027 program is Thursday, December 3, 2026. Student applications received after this date will not be considered.
For more information view the Regeneron Brochure linked here.
HOSA: Future Health Professionals
HOSA is a global student-led organization who's mission is to empower HOSA-Future Health Professionals to become leaders in the global health community, through education, collaboration, and experience. HOSA actively promotes career opportunities in the health industry and to enhance the delivery of quality health care to all people. HOSA’s goal is to encourage all health science instructors and students to affiliate and be actively involved in the HSE-HOSA Partnership.
Check out their website for more information.
If you are interested in joining, see Mr. Firman for details.
USA Biolympia
The USA Biolympiad (USABO) is the premier national biology competition and testing program for high school students in the United States. Sponsored by the Center for Excellence in Education (CEE), the competition draws roughly 12,000 students annually. Its primary goal is to encourage excellence in science education and select the four-member team to represent the United States at the International Biology Olympiad (IBO).
If you are interested in joining, see Mr. Firman for details.
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