Students in the Ecology Club at James Wilson Young Middle School took a deep dive into Long Island’s water system with a presentation from a representative of the Suffolk County Water Authority during their most recent meeting.
Students learned that Long Island is built on an aquifer system that supplies the region’s drinking water. Using an interactive simulator, they explored how pollution impacts water sources and how contaminants are filtered out. The demonstration included models of water storage tanks, wells and cesspools, offering a look at the infrastructure that supports clean water.
The presentation sparked thoughtful questions and discussion among students, all centered around the importance of protecting local water resources.
