Chrysalis

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Finding and developing the STEAM potential in every student through consistent, continuous and captivating programming

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Chrysalis Development Group (CDG) is a nonprofit (501C3) based in Northern Virginia dedicated to advancing educational equity through hands-on STEAM events and programming. We specialize in designing immersive learning experiences that spark curiosity and build identity among youth from underserved communities. Our initiatives span events such as the “Spooky Mad Science Expo”, and programs such as the “Teen Science Café”, and “Be a Health Scientist”, all aimed at promoting STEM education and empowering the next generation of science leaders.

Upcoming

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Chrysalis Doctor To Be Academy

Free Summer Program | Grades 2-8

The Be a Health Scientist cardiology session at William Ramsay Recreation Center delivered exceptional results, demonstrating the power of hands-on health science education for young learners. Eighty (80) 2-8 graders participated in the cardiology module with 95% of students left feeling happy or super happy, with 94% showing career interest in cardiology, outcomes that far exceed standard youth STEM program benchmarks.

In 5 days, kids can become:

A Dietician
An Athletic Trainer
An Epidemiologist
An Orthopedic Doctor
A Cardiologist

For more information contact khoshnamak@chrysalisdg.org

Committed to Making a Difference

Chrysalis Development Group is committed to providing affordable, stimulating STEAM programming and opportunities to elementary school, middle school and high school students through interesting, fun, and engaging events as well as supporting them academically through after-school classes in math and programming.

Although Northern Virginia is rich in diversity, data shows that equity is still an issue and consistent challenge in the education of the youth in our region. While the problem is much more nuanced in larger school systems such as Fairfax and Arlington, it is much more pronounced in a smaller school system with a single high school such as Alexandria. To address this disparity, Chrysalis intends to get students interested and passionate about STEM early, help them academically, and give them the confidence to pursue it.