“Man is unique not because he does science, and he is unique not because he does art, but because science and art equally are expressions of his marvelous plasticity of mind. “


--Jacob Bronowski, scientist, formerly of the Salk Institute

Scientific literacy has an important role in understand the complex issues of our global society. The rapid pace of technological advances, access to an unprecedented wealth of information, and the pervasive impact of science and technology on day-to-day living require a depth of understanding that can only be enhanced through quality science education. At TAPA, science education focuses on understanding science through the lens scientific method. Students at TAPA do and perform science in order to understand it.

TAPA’s Mission: To produce scientifically literate student artists who possess and understanding of scientific concepts and how they are applied using the performing arts as a vehicle for understanding and application. 

TAPA Vision: To foster a science-art intergraded education by:
  • Providing experiences that excite student’s to learn about how scientific principles are
    applied to using artistic endeavors.
  • Using appropriate scientific processes and principles in making informed decisions.
  • Engaging students intelligently to explore the natural world and technological applications that make life easier.
  • Appling scientific knowledge and skills to their everyday life and chosen careers paths.​
TAPA collaborates with Stop and Shop for donations to our Science Program.

TAPA Science Team

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Eze Aso, PhD, Upper School Science Instructor
Dr. Aso@TAPAprovidence.org
Dr. Aso is an accomplished author with about 20 years in k-16 education. He teachers Upper School Biology, AP Biology, and Chemistry. Dr. Aso holds Bachelor’s degree in biology from University of Rhode Island, M.Ed in special education/leadership from Providence College, and Ph.D in K-12 leadership/science education from Walden University. He has served in China school system, various Universities domestic and international, Boston Public Schools (MA), New London Public Schools (CT), Middletown Public Schools, West Warwick Public Schools and Providence Public Schools. Outside TAPA, Dr. Aso is the CEO and owner of STRATEGIC SOLUTION TEAM, LLC an international k-16 education consultant company.
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Sam Zimmer, Lower School Science Instructor
Ms.Zimmer@TAPAprovidence.org
Sam Zimmer (she/her/hers) is a teacher, science nerd, and lover of creative expression. As a general and special educator, she has enjoyed working both in classrooms and in non-traditional settings, especially the outdoors. A native New Yorker, Sam has also lived in many different places, from Colorado to Chile. She loves hiking, cooking, writing, arts & crafting, and playing music with others in her free time. Sam is very excited to begin this new chapter in PVD as a Lower School Science Teacher with the creative and brilliant students and staff at TAPA!