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The ACE Program at Estrella Mountain Community College is not accepting anymore applications for the 2009 Junior ACE Summer Academies and ACE Math Science Scholars Program 2009-2010 cohort.
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The Junior ACE Summer Academies
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The ACE Summer Academy is a week long academy for 6th 7th 8th grade students who are interested in science, technology, engineering or mathematics.
Participants will research what currently is known about Mars, gather and analyze data, design a scientific research plan, and propose a space mission. Students will make oral presentations describing their research and will present their findings during the final day of the Academy, where parents, family, faculty, and community members will be invited to participate.
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ACE Mars Academy June 8th-11th, 2009 |
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ACE Physics 299 June 8th-July 2nd, 2009 |
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ACE Lego Robotics Academy June 1st-July 2nd, 2009 |
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ACE Mars Academy (Students entering 6th grade in August 2009)
The students are placed in groups of 4 or 5 according to the topics. As a group, the students research the topic and conclude the project by making a PowerPoint and display board. During the 4 days of the academy students are exposed to many hands on activities that enhance their knowledge in science, and peak their interest to continue their education to a higher level. The final projects are presented on the night of closing ceremony, where family and friends are invited to attend.
ACE Physics 299 (Students entering 7th & 8th grade in August 2009)
During 5 weeks students are placed in the 3 credits classes and are given different learning skills on basic Math and Physics that govern the design and flight of rockets. Students are looking for many different kinds of rockets. Students work at their own level of interest. The flight of the rocket involves the interaction of forces, aerodynamics, to working with rocket toy. After 5 weeks of attending all the summer classes, students will need to attend workshop session over the fall 2009 semester. One rocket is design for each team and is judged according to grams, measure, keeping an egg in place.
ACE Lego Robotics Academy (Students entering 9th & 10th grade in August 2009)
During the 5 weeks of the academy students are placed in teams, and are given different Lego robotics projects. The academy provides solutions that allow children to learn and play. We use the motivational effects of robotics to excite student about science and technology. Student will be introduced or reinforce the following applied physics and mathematics concepts: ratios; diameter, radius, and circumference, friction, measurement of distance, time, angles, and speed; light and the electromagnetic spectrum; basic electricity and circuits. At the same time students will be engaged in design activities that challenge them to develop their own original solution for each problem presented. Students will be encouraged to work together and exchange roles. The students will be immersed in activities that required them to effectively manage time and materials to complete the project in a timely manner. At the end of the academy, the teams will have a competition and showcase their projects.
If you need further information, please contact Anna Russo @ 623-935-8487.
Program Contact: Anna Russo
2009 Junior ACE Summer Academy Application
The ACE Program is not accepting anymore applications for the 2009 Jr. ACE Summer Academies.
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The ACE Math Science Scholars Program
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The Maricopa ACE Scholars Program is a nationally recognized scholarship program that targets High School Junior and Seniors and assists them in making the smooth transition from high school, through the community college and on to the university system. The ACE Scholars Program at Estrella Mountain Community College specifically targets high school junior and seniors who are interested in Math, Science, Technology and Engineering.
The ACE Math Science Scholars Program at Estrella Mountain Community College incorporates the following components to assist high school students achieve success throughout the educational pipeline:
- A cohort-based format designed to enhance student support, friendship, and diverse ideas.
- Skill building in math, science and technology.
- Empowering students through self-respect and personal responsibility.
- Extensive interaction with faculty, advisors, and professional staff at Estrella Mountain.
- Financial aid information and career exploration.
- Support and guidance with the process of transferring to a university.
- Enrichment activities and university bridge programs.
- Parent and guardian involvement in seminars, workshops and orientation meeting.
For more information or applications, please click here: http://www.estrellamountain.edu/academics/nasacenter/summer.asp
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