ACE Math Science Scholars - High School students

The Junior ACE Summer Academies

The ACE Summer Academy is a week long academy for  6^th  7^th  8^th 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.

The ACE Mars Academy, June 9-12, 2008 and ACE Building Structures Summer Academy, June 16-19, 2008 give the participants the opportunity to research what is currently known about Mars/Bridges, gather and analyze data, design a scientific research plan, and propose a space mission/assemble and test bridges. Students make oral presentations describing their research and present their findings at the closing ceremony of each Academy where parents, family, faculty, and community members share in their experience.

If you need further information, please contact Anna Russo @ 623-935-8487.

Program Contact: Anna Russo 

2008 Junior ACE Summer Academy Application

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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