Since the COVID-19 pandemic, Americans' trust in science has declined 16 percentage points — from 73% to 57% people reporting a positive view of science's societal impact, according to the Pew Research Center. This erosion has had real consequences, including significant research funding cuts in 2025. When the public better understands why scientists conduct research and how it benefits daily life, they are more likely to support that investment. Bridging this gap is the foundation of the High School Science Communication Workshop, developed by the UNLV Radiochemistry Program.