Science Adventure Series

The science department at St. Andrew’s Episcopal School is proud to present a signature program for students and for all individuals in the greater Jackson community.

Known as the Science Adventure Series, this program creates unique educational opportunities that promote scientific literacy and engagement across multiple fields of science.

These high-quality informal educational programs occur throughout the year through a series of children-only events, family-friendly events, and adults-only events.

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Nights at McRae

Have a child that’s interested in the sciences? Sign them up for one of our Nights at McRae events where students will spend the night at the McRae Science Center at St. Andrew’s Episcopal School and learn about a host of scientific fields in a unique theme.
Sip and Science

Are you ever curious about how science connects to your everyday life? Join us for a Sip & Science event and engage with scientists about a variety of subjects through labs and interactive lessons. Attendees must be 21 years of age.
Family Events

Want to find an event that the whole family can attend? Our Science Adventure Series includes events like Saturday morning nature events or our SA Spooktacular Halloween event in late October.

Upcoming Event Registration

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Sip and Science: Naturalist Night - September 19, 2025 @6:30 PM

Have you ever wondered what species of turtles and fish live in Lake Sherwood Wise or thought about how many spiders might be walking around you at night? Well this is the night for you!

We’ll start the evening in the McRae Science Center learning about our own native wildlife using preserved and live specimens, then begin our walk through the school’s wetland habitats and areas surrounding Lake Sherwood Wise. You will get to hear from St. Andrew’s science faculty about reptiles, amphibians, spiders, and other native wildlife. Our hope is that you leave the night with a better understanding and appreciation of nature.

This event, for individuals over the age of 21, includes drinks and snacks while we explore the campus. Alcoholic and nonalcoholic drinks will be provided. Limited space available; register here to reserve your spot!

Please plan to arrive at the McRae Science Center at 6:30 PM. Participants should wear shoes for walking around campus. We expect the festivities to last approximately two hours.

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Marks McWhorter 06

Upper School Science Teacher and Director of McRae Science Center, Science Department Chair, and Bower INSTAR Research Leader

(601) 853-6032
Gracie Bellnap

Upper School Science Teacher, Bower INSTAR Research Coordinator

(601) 853-6032

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