Mrs. Anne Carroll's Anatomy and Physiology students recently had the opportunity to visit the Community Lab at Biogen Idec, a biotechnology company in Cambridge.  The firm specializes in developing new therapies in five key areas:  neurology, immunology, oncology, cardiopulmonary, and hemopilia.  Dr. Tracy Callahan, a scientist at Biogen and a MHS alum, engaged the students in a 4 hour hands-on lab where they amplified their own DNA (PCR Lab). The Community Lab at Biogen allows students to leave the classroom and work in a real lab environment as well as interact with scientists.  Students now have a better understanding of what is involved with a career in biotechnology research and development.

 

Pictured above conducting a DNA extraction are students Erika Saltzman and Paul Sarkis.

Because of the school cancellation on Wednesday, 2/10, the College Planning Program that was supposed to be conducted that evening had to be cancelled. The Guidance Department has rescheduled the College Planning Night to this Wednesday, February 24th at 6:30 pm in the high school auditorium. The evening is for students, parents, and families as an overview of the college process will be discussed.  Ms. Susan Beard, Director of Financial Aid at Wheaton College, will be a guest speaker.